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Mar 24, 11:50 AM
Microsoft Uncovers StilachiRAT Malware Targeting 20 Crypto Wallets, Two VSCode Extensions Removed for 1 ShibaCoin Ransomware
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Microsoft Uncovers StilachiRAT Malware Targeting 20 Crypto Wallets, Two VSCode Extensions Removed for 1 ShibaCoin Ransomware

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  • Cointelegraph
  • The Hacker News
  • CertiK
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Recent cybersecurity reports highlight a surge in threats targeting cryptocurrency users. Researchers from Microsoft have identified StilachiRAT malware, which specifically targets crypto wallet users on Google Chrome, scanning for credentials across 20 different wallet extensions, including Coinbase, Fractal, Phantom, Manta, and Bitget. This sophisticated trojan poses a significant risk to users who may fall victim to phishing scams. Additionally, two malicious Visual Studio Code (VSCode) extensions have been removed from the marketplace after deploying early-stage ransomware, which demanded 1 ShibaCoin to decrypt files. These developments underline the evolving nature of cyber threats in the cryptocurrency space, emphasizing the need for heightened security measures and awareness among users.

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