Coinhive stories
Check Point Software
Check Point names February’s most disruptive malware
March 2019
Check Point’s researchers confirm Coinhive holds the top position in February's Top Malware index for fifteenth successive month before it shut down, while GandCrab distribution campaigns increase.
Cloud
Malware downloader on the rise in Check Point’s latest Threat Index
January 2019
Organisations continue to be targeted by cryptominers, despite an overall drop in value across all cryptocurrencies in 2018.
Botnet
2018 sees 1,500% increase in coinmining malware - report
December 2018
This issue will only continue to grow as IoT forms the foundation of connected devices and smart city grids.
Ransomware
Cryptomining dethrones ransomware as 2018’s top threat - Webroot
October 2018
This report also highlights the importance of implementing a robust and evolving security approach to protect valuable data and keep systems secure.
Symantec
MikroTik routers in NZ may be at risk of cryptomining - Symantec
August 2018
These routers are used by many organisations and businesses, including internet service providers.
Malware
Use of banking trojans up 50%, cryptomining still dominant malware – report
July 2018
Check Point’s latest Global Threat Index reveals that Trojan malware families enter Top 10 Most Wanted Ranking; Cryptomining remains top of the list.
Cryptocurrency
Check Point releases January’s ‘most wanted’ malware
February 2018
23% of organisations around the world were affected by Check Point's 'most wanted' malware in January, a 'lucrative' revenue stream for criminals.