Coinhive stories
Check Point names February’s most disruptive malware
Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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security vulnerabilities
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coinhive
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cryptomining
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.
Malware downloader on the rise in Check Point’s latest Threat Index
Wed, 16th Jan 2019
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malware
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coinhive
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report
Organisations continue to be targeted by cryptominers, despite an overall drop in value across all cryptocurrencies in 2018.
2018 sees 1,500% increase in coinmining malware - report
Wed, 19th Dec 2018
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botnet
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report
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coinhive
This issue will only continue to grow as IoT forms the foundation of connected devices and smart city grids.
Cryptomining dethrones ransomware as 2018’s top threat - Webroot
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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ransomware
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malware
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phishing
This report also highlights the importance of implementing a robust and evolving security approach to protect valuable data and keep systems secure.
MikroTik routers in NZ may be at risk of cryptomining - Symantec
Mon, 20th Aug 2018
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symantec
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router
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security vulnerabilities
These routers are used by many organisations and businesses, including internet service providers.
Use of banking trojans up 50%, cryptomining still dominant malware – report
Tue, 10th Jul 2018
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malware
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security vulnerabilities
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trojan
Check Point’s latest Global Threat Index reveals that Trojan malware families enter Top 10 Most Wanted Ranking; Cryptomining remains top of the list.
Check Point releases January’s ‘most wanted’ malware
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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malware
23% of organisations around the world were affected by Check Point's 'most wanted' malware in January, a 'lucrative' revenue stream for criminals.