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Bithumb boosts security in wake of SK Telecom malware hack

South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb says it is “proactively responding” after the country’s largest mobile network operator, SK Telecom, was hacked. SK Telecom, which holds nearly 50% of South Korea’s phone service market, says it was attacked on April 19 with a malware infection that allowed hackers to access sensitive USIM-related customer information. This information, which traditionally includes mobile subscriber identity data, authentication keys, network usage data, and SMS or contacts, could be used for targeted surveillance, tracking, and SIM-swap attacks. In response, Bithumb has announced that it “is proactively responding to ensure that you can use our services safely through real-time monitoring of USIM forgery.” In a statement issued on Thursday, the exchange said, “Bithumb operates an account security enhancement policy to protect our customers’ accounts, and we would like to inform you of damage preventio...
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Kaspersky warns of new MacOS malware aiming at crypto wallets

Kaspersky urges MacOS users to be cautious, steer clear of dubious websites, and employ reliable cybersecurity measures in response to a new malware targeting MacOS versions 13.6 and higher. The malware, discovered by the cybersecurity firm, is particularly dangerous as it aims to deceive Bitcoin and Exodus wallet users into downloading a fake, malicious version of their software. Our experts review a new #macOS backdoor exploiting cracked software, targeting #Bitcoin & #Exodus wallets. This malicious software replaces the wallets with #malware, deploying a potent backdoor running scripts with admin privileges. Full report ⇒ https://t.co/eJXIdp9n3b pic.twitter.com/5Kw0ppUZYg — Kaspersky (@kaspersky) January 22, 2024 According to Kaspersky, the newly discovered malware spreads through pirated applications, diverging from usual proxy trojans or remote control software by specifically targeting wallet applications. “Cybercriminals […] realize that an individual look...
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Mamma mia! Crypto malware hidden in Super Mario game

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A popular fan-made Super Mario Bros game has been laced with malware programmed to install a cryptocurrency miner alongside stealing a host of security information — ranging from the details of your crypto wallet to browser passwords. The game Super Mario Forever was created in 2004 as a fan-made reimagining of Nintendo’s Super Mario series. Launched on the PC through Softendo, it featured new levels, characters, and power-ups that attracted fans of the series.  However, in the late 2010s, researchers began to cover how Super Mario Forever had become a mess of viruses. Now, researchers from Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs say the game is trojanized and equipped to infect your computer with crypto malware. According to Cyble, “The malware files were found bundled with a legitimate installer file of super-mario-forever-v702e.” Once Super Mario Forever is installed and running, two viruses are also installed. First, the file ‘java.exe’ is executed and start...
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