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Researchers Discover New Malware Aimed at Mining Sector

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Remote Access Trojan 'Poco RAT' Targets Mining, Manufacturing Sectors, Says Report A new report published by Cofense Intelligence identifies a malware called "Poco RAT" that is actively targeting mining and manufacturing sectors across Latin America through a simple remote access Trojan that could be capable of delivering additional malware for ransomware (..)

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Microsoft Defender uses Intel TDT technology against crypto-mining malware

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Cryptojacking malware allows threat actors to secretly mine for cryptocurrency abusing computational resources of the infected devices. This partnership is part of Microsoft’s investment into collaborations with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and technology partners.” ” concludes Microsoft. Pierluigi Paganini.

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EVRAZ operations in North America disrupted by Ryuk ransomware

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Computer systems at EVRAZ, a multinational vertically integrated steel making and mining company, have been hit by Ryuk ransomware. EVRAZ is one of the world’s largest multinational vertically integrated steel making and mining companies with headquarters in London. ” reported ZDNet.

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BlackCat Ransomware gang stole secret military data from an industrial explosives manufacturer

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The company is a globally recognised industrial explosives manufacturer, it provides complete blasting solutions, including packaged, bulk explosives and initiating systems to meet its customer needs across the globe. .” The BlackCat Ransomware gang added SOLAR INDUSTRIES INDIA to the list of victims published on its Tor leak site.

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Hacked MicroTik Routers Serve Cryptocurrency-Mining Malware

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Researchers: Attackers Have Compromised More Than 209,000 Routers Attackers have targeted a patched vulnerability to exploit more than 209,000 carrier-grade routers made by Latvian manufacturer MicroTik and infect them with two types of malware - Coinhive and Crypto-Loot - designed to mine for cryptocurrency, security researchers say.

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Your Garage Opener Is More Secure Than Industrial Remotes

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Trend Micro Says It Moved Cranes Using RF Software Flaws Radio controllers used in the construction, mining and shipping industries are dangerously vulnerable to hackers, Trend Micro says in a new report.

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Steelcase office furniture giant hit by Ryuk ransomware attack

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It is the largest office furniture manufacturer in the world. A few days before, EVRAZ , one of the world’s largest multinational vertically integrated steel making and mining companies, has been hit by the Ryuk ransomware. It has facilities, offices, and factories in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Australia and Africa.