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Crypto Exchange Coinbase Targeted in Sophisticated GitHub Cyberattack

Crypto Exchange Coinbase Targeted in Sophisticated GitHub Cyberattack

In a revealing development, researchers have pinpointed crypto exchange Coinbase as the primary focus of a meticulously orchestrated supply chain attack targeting GitHub Actions. This breach compromised sensitive credentials across hundreds of repositories, spotlighting vulnerabilities in widely used development tools. GitHub Actions, for those unfamiliar, is a platform feature that

OKX Halts DEX Aggregator Amid Lazarus Group Misuse and EU Regulatory Pressure

OKX Halts DEX Aggregator Amid Lazarus Group Misuse and EU Regulatory Pressure

OKX, a prominent crypto exchange, has temporarily suspended its decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator services. The decision, announced on Monday, comes in response to alleged misuse by the notorious Lazarus Group and mounting scrutiny from European Union regulators. This development follows reports that the aggregator was exploited to launder a portion

How Cybercriminals Are Blackmailing YouTube Influencers to Spread Crypto Mining Malware

How Cybercriminals Are Blackmailing YouTube Influencers to Spread Crypto Mining Malware

In a troubling new trend, cybercriminals are targeting YouTube creators, coercing them into embedding malicious crypto mining malware in their videos. According to a recent investigation by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, hackers are exploiting the growing popularity of Windows Packet Divert drivers in Russia. These drivers, designed to help internet users

EU Regulators Investigate OKX Exchange After Bybit Hack Raises Money Laundering Concerns

EU Regulators Investigate OKX Exchange After Bybit Hack Raises Money Laundering Concerns

European Union (EU) regulators are intensifying their focus on OKX, a major cryptocurrency exchange, following revelations that hackers exploited its Web3 platform to launder roughly $100 million in stolen digital assets. The funds were pilfered during a staggering $1.5 billion heist targeting Bybit, a rival trading platform, in what

“Dark Storm” Hacker Group Targets X in Massive DDoS Cyberattack, Launches Memecoin

“Dark Storm” Hacker Group Targets X in Massive DDoS Cyberattack, Launches Memecoin

The digital world faced another shakeup this week as X (formerly Twitter), the social media platform owned by Elon Musk, fell victim to a significant cyberattack. A group known as the Dark Storm team, reportedly aligned with pro-Palestinian causes, has claimed responsibility for the assault, which took the form of

1inch DEX Faces $5 Million Hack as Smart Contract Flaw Exposed

1inch DEX Faces $5 Million Hack as Smart Contract Flaw Exposed

1inch, a popular decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator, confirmed a $5 million cryptocurrency theft stemming from a smart contract vulnerability. The breach, which came to light on March 5, 2025, targeted specific resolvers utilizing outdated Fusion v1 contracts. While the exploit resulted in substantial losses, 1inch has reassured users that end-user

Thorchain Lead Developer Leaves as Vote to Block Hacker Funds Fails

Thorchain Lead Developer Leaves as Vote to Block Hacker Funds Fails

In a surprising turn of events, Thorchain core developer Pluto has announced his departure from the project following a contentious decision to reverse a vote aimed at blocking transactions linked to North Korean hackers. The move has stirred unrest within the decentralized protocol’s community, with a validator also threatening

FBI Issues Alert About North Korean Hackers in Relation to $1.5 Billion Bybit Hack

FBI Issues Alert About North Korean Hackers in Relation to $1.5 Billion Bybit Hack

The Federal Bureau of Investigation posted a new alert in relation to the Bybit hack. In the alert, North Korea has been fingered as the mastermind behind a staggering $1.5 billion heist targeting Bybit, a major cryptocurrency exchange. The theft, which took place around February 21, 2025, is being

How the North Korean Lazarus Group Hacked Crypto Exchange Bybit for $1.5 Billion

How the North Korean Lazarus Group Hacked Crypto Exchange Bybit for $1.5 Billion

In a stunning revelation, cybersecurity experts have unraveled the mystery behind the largest cryptocurrency hack in history, nearly a staggering $1.5 billion theft from the Bybit exchange. The culprits? North Korean hackers who exploited a trusted wallet provider called Safe, in a meticulously crafted attack. This breach, confirmed by

How Hackers Are Quietly Draining Bitcoin Wallets Through Fake GitHub Projects

How Hackers Are Quietly Draining Bitcoin Wallets Through Fake GitHub Projects

Imagine stumbling across a slick GitHub project that promises to streamline your Telegram bot for managing Bitcoin wallets or supercharge your favorite gaming tool. It looks legitimate, complete with a polished README file that practically begs you to dive in. But here’s the catch: that code you’re about

Solana Faces Scrutiny as Lazarus Hacking Group Launders Stolen Funds Through Pump.fun Memecoin

Solana Faces Scrutiny as Lazarus Hacking Group Launders Stolen Funds Through Pump.fun Memecoin

Solana is catching some heat today and is under a bit of scrutiny following news of money laundering tied to the recent Bybit hack. According to ZachXBT, the hacking group has been laundering stolen funds by creating and trading a memecoin named QinShihuang on the Pump.fun platform. This token,

North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus Has Stolen Nearly $5 Billion in Crypto Over the Years

North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus Has Stolen Nearly $5 Billion in Crypto Over the Years

North Korea’s notorious Lazarus Group has made a name for itself for when it comes to cybercrime, pulling off a string of cryptocurrency heists over the years that near $5 billion in today’s market value. Tied to Pyongyang’s shadowy regime, this hacking crew has spent years targeting

$1.5 Billion Bybit Exchange Hack the Work of North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus

$1.5 Billion Bybit Exchange Hack the Work of North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus

In a stunning revelation, blockchain security expert ZachXBT has cracked the case of a monumental $1.5 billion hack targeting Bybit, one of the industry’s leading crypto exchanges. ZachXBT, a name synonymous with transparency and relentless investigation in the crypto space, revealed that he submitted definitive proof to solve

Bybit Crypto Exchange Hack Confirmed, $1.5 Billion On The Move

Bybit Crypto Exchange Hack Confirmed, $1.5 Billion On The Move

BREAKING: A staggering $1.5 billion in Ethereum is being transferred from Bybit, one of the world’s leading crypto exchanges, to an unknown wallet. The news, first highlighted by crypto researcher ZachXBT, is raising urgent questions about the security of Bybit’s hot wallet and the safety of users’

Bitcoin Lightning Network Security Flaw Threatens User Funds

Bitcoin Lightning Network Security Flaw Threatens User Funds

In what can only be described as a distressing day for Lightning Network users, a critical vulnerability has been unearthed that could lead to the remote theft of Bitcoin. Bitcoin developer, known by the pseudonym "Calle," issued an urgent alert to all node operators using software versions prior

North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus Targets Crypto Through Github and NPM Exploits

North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus Targets Crypto Through Github and NPM Exploits

In the shadowy realm of cyber warfare, the Lazarus Group, a state-aligned cyber collective from North Korea, has once again demonstrated its prowess by compromising open-source platforms like Github and NPM. Securityscorecard's STRIKE Team recently unveiled an intricate operation dubbed "Operation Marstech Mayhem," where malicious code

Binance Memecoin Platform Hack Results in $183K Losses

Binance Memecoin Platform Hack Results in $183K Losses

Binance's Four Meme platform, designed to cater to the skyrocketing memecoin market, recently fell victim to a cyberattack that led to losses estimated at around $183,000 in Binance Coin (BNB). The platform issued an urgent "Emergency Announcement" to its users, detailing the immediate actions taken

US Government Orders Return of Seized Bitcoin to Bitfinex from 2016 Hack

US Government Orders Return of Seized Bitcoin to Bitfinex from 2016 Hack

The United States government has mandated the return of over 94,000 Bitcoins, seized after the infamous 2016 Bitfinex exchange hack, back to the exchange itself. This decision comes as part of an "in-kind restitution" process, highlighting a significant development in the legal treatment of digital assets. A

US Treasury Hacked by Chinese Cybercriminals Exploiting Third-Party Software

US Treasury Hacked by Chinese Cybercriminals Exploiting Third-Party Software

In what has been described as a "major incident," the US Treasury Department has revealed that Chinese state-sponsored hackers successfully infiltrated its systems. This breach was facilitated not through direct attack but via a third-party cybersecurity service provider, BeyondTrust, whose compromised software granted the hackers access to sensitive,

Crypto Wallet Scam Discovered in YouTube Comments

Crypto Wallet Scam Discovered in YouTube Comments

Scammers have once again raised the stakes by exploiting one of the internet's most popular platforms, YouTube. Kaspersky, the well-known Russian cybersecurity firm, recently highlighted a sophisticated scam targeting cryptocurrency enthusiasts through the comments section of finance-related videos. The scam begins innocuously enough with comments appearing to be

Ilya Lichtenstein's Jailhouse Confession With Promises of Redemption

Ilya Lichtenstein's Jailhouse Confession With Promises of Redemption

In a striking turn of events, Ilya Lichtenstein, the man convicted for the notorious 2016 Bitfinex hack, has released a video confession from prison, admitting his guilt and outlining a path towards redemption. This confession, made public this morning December 19, not only sheds light on the mechanics of one

New Open-Source Malware Puts Bitcoin and Crypto Wallets at Risk

New Open-Source Malware Puts Bitcoin and Crypto Wallets at Risk

A new danger has surfaced that targets Bitcoin and crypto wallets. The MacOS Stealer Trojan, once a premium piece of malware sold for 1 BTC, has now been unleashed into the wild as open-source software. This shift dramatically increases its accessibility to cybercriminals, intensifying the threat level for MacOS users

Unraveling the $3 Million Ledger Hardware Wallet Phishing Scandal

Unraveling the $3 Million Ledger Hardware Wallet Phishing Scandal

In the world of digital assets, where security is paramount, a chilling story has unfolded around a significant security breach involving a Ledger Nano S hardware wallet. A person on X reported a staggering loss of 10 Bitcoin, amounting to approximately $1 million, alongside $1.5 million in Ethereum NFTs.