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ComboJack Malware Steals Cryptocurrency by Modifying Addresses

A new cryptocurrency-stealing malware dubbed as ComboJack has been discovered by Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 and Proofpoint researchers. It has been targeting cryptocurrencies and digital wallets belonging to American and Japanese users while the malware is being distributed via email spam campaign. Fake Passport Email The malicious emails contain the subject line “Re: passport…” […]

Currency Stealer Malware “ComboJack” Targets Online Wallets by Replacing Clipboard(Copy&paste) Addresses

Don’t forget to check destination wallet before completing the transaction, a new currency stealer malware detected targetting online wallets and cryptocurrencies. The combojack malware targets a range of cryptocurrencies along with the Bitcoin, Ethereum, Monero, and Litecoin. It functions by replacing the clipboard address with the address of the attacker. As a result, funds will […]