XMRig Malware Disables Windows Updates and Scheduled Tasks to Maintain Persistence

Monero (XMR), a cryptocurrency, saw a spectacular surge in early 2025, rising 45% from $196 to $285 by May, with a notable peak in April. This surge coincided with a high-profile Bitcoin theft in the US, where the stolen assets were reportedly converted into Monero by a single individual, drawing attention to the privacy-focused coin. […]

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