Crypto Scam Alert: Hackers Use GitHub To Steal Funds—Kaspersky
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Crypto Scam Alert: Hackers Use GitHub To Steal Funds—Kaspersky

Cybercriminals have initiated a sophisticated attack that targets GitHub users. They are utilizing fake repositories to disseminate malware that steals personal data and cryptocurrency. Kaspersky, a security firm, has identified more than 200 repositories that deceive unsuspecting developers and merchants by posing as legitimate open-source projects. Related Reading: Massive Bitcoin Selloff Ahead? Strategy Stock Drops […]
Illegal Crypto Mining Causes M in Losses for Russian Power Company—Report
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Illegal Crypto Mining Causes $14M in Losses for Russian Power Company—Report

According to a report uploaded on February 18, last year, Russia’s Rosseti Group, a major player in the nation’s electricity sector, reported damages of over 1.3 billion rubles (approximately $14.2 million) caused by “unauthorized” cryptocurrency mining operations. These “black” mining farms tapped directly into Rosseti’s power network without authorization, severely impacting the company’s resources and […]