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$2.2 billion worth of cryptocurrency was stolen from various platforms in 2024, Chainalysis’ 2025 Crypto Crime Report has revealed. Of that sum, $1.34 billion was stolen by North Korea-affiliated hackers, across 47 hacking incidents (out of 303)…. Continue reading Cryptocurrency hackers stole $2.2 billion from platforms in 2024
It’s part of a broader effort to counter Pyongyang’s use of tech professionals to fool U.S. companies and nonprofits.
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In itslust for stealing cryptocurrency and sensitive information, North Korean hackers are disguising themselves as remote IT workers, recruiters, and even venture capitalists.
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The mixer was sanctioned after a North Korea hacking group used the software to launder more than $455 million.
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An analysis of the websites belonging to companies that served as a front for getting North Korean IT workers remote jobs with businesses worldwide has revealed an active network of such companies originating in China. Unearthing North Korean IT front … Continue reading Active network of North Korean IT front companies exposed
Researchers can’t tell if the malware was used in a campaign, or North Korean operatives were caught before they could deploy it in the wild.
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North Korean hackers are targeting cryptocurrency businesses with a sophisticated new malware campaign, dubbed “Hidden Risk.” Learn how… Continue reading North Korean Hackers Use Fake News to Spread ‘Hidden Risk’ Malware
North Korean hackers are targeting cryptocurrency businesses with a sophisticated new malware campaign, dubbed “Hidden Risk.” Learn how… Continue reading North Korean Hackers Use Fake News to Spread ‘Hidden Risk’ Malware
North Korean hackers are targeting crypto-related businesses with phishing emails and novel macOS-specific malware. The crypto-related phishing campaign Since July 2024, phishing emails seemingly containing helpful information on risks related to the r… Continue reading North Korean hackers employ new tactics to compromise crypto-related businesses
State-Sponsored Espionage Meets Ransomware! Continue reading North Korean Hackers Team Up with Play Ransomware in Global Attack