Malware
Report: Bitcoin Targeted in 22% of Financial Malware Attacks
Security firm Kaspersky Lab says bitcoiners are a popular choice of victim in malware attacks aimed at personal finances.
McAfee Report: 'Futile' Mining Botnets Are Going Mainstream
Security firm McAfee has issued its latest quarterly report, which focuses on emerging threats such as cryptocurrency mining botnets.
500 Million Dogecoins Mined by Unknown Hacker in Malware Attack
The hacker used data hubs to mine $200,000 in dogecoin in an attack researchers called "unprecedented".
CryptoLocker Crimewave Halted as Global Authorities Disable Network
International authorities have disabled GOZeuS, the P2P network behind the CryptoLocker malware.
'Watch Dogs' Game Torrent May Be Infected with Crypto Mining Malware
Hackers may be employing a new clever tactic in an effort to enlist powerful PCs into cryptocurrency mining botnets.
Google: KryptoKit Wallet Extension Issue Caused by Malware
The Chrome team has resolved an issue that caused KryptoKit users to fear their bitcoins had been lost.
Chrome Extension Could Be Vulnerable to Cryptocurrency Malware
The Cryptsy Dogecoin Live Ticker Chrome extension could be susceptible to malware monitoring visits to cryptocurrency exchanges or wallets.
LocalBitcoins Names Malware As Cause of Wallet Issues
LocalBitcoins users are reporting that their wallets have been emptied and that transactions via the service have been delayed.
Bitcoin Vigil Guards Against Intrusion and Coin Theft
A new project uses bitcoin wallets to detect computer malware and intruders' attempts to steal coins.
