Monero stories
APAC records highest network attack levels globally in WatchGuard report
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WatchGuard reports a 40% rise in evasive malware hidden in encrypted traffic, with 70% of threats now using TLS to avoid detection in Q2 2025.
Akamai tool disrupts cryptominer botnets, cutting USD $38K
Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Akamai unveiled a tool that disrupts cryptominer botnets, slashing malicious operators' earnings by USD $38,000 through innovative bad share tactics.
Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.
New report details evolution of P2Pinfect into ransomware & miner
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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Cado Security's latest report reveals a troubling evolution in P2Pinfect malware, now featuring ransomware and cryptomining capabilities targeting servers.
RedTail cryptomining malware exploits new Palo Alto flaw
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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Hackers exploiting newly found vulnerability in Palo Alto’s PAN-OS are using RedTail malware to enhance cryptomining operations, raising cybersecurity alarms.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from CrowdStrike
Wed, 29th Jun 2022
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Scott Jarkoff joins us today to discuss current trends in the cyber threat landscape, and the reporting work CrowdStrike is doing to prevent further cyber harm.
Once legit site found to be cryptomining, 6,000 machines infected
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Check Point researchers discovered a previously legitimate video software download site has moved into cryptomining, earning around US$700 a day.
Cybercriminals laundering $200b in ill-gotten gains – here’s how
Sat, 17th Mar 2018
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A new report from Bromium has landed with a number of startling findings, including the confirmation of a bustling cybercrime laundry market.