Advanced Crypto Mining Malware Spreads Through External Drives and Air-Gapped Systems

A sophisticated cryptocurrency mining campaign has emerged, targeting systems through external storage devices with the ability to compromise even air-gapped environments. The malware operates as a multi-stage infection that prioritizes mining Monero cryptocurrency while establishing persistent mechanisms to resist removal. Unlike typical cryptojacking operations, this campaign employs kernel-level exploitation and worm-like propagation capabilities. The attack […]

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