Cybersecurity researchers today revealed a wide-ranging scam targeting cryptocurrency users that began as early as January last year to distribute trojanized applications to install a previously undetected remote access tool on target systems.
What is electrorat malware?
Named ElectroRAT after being discovered in December, the cross-platform RAT malware is written in Golang and it was used as part of a campaign that has been targeting cryptocurrency users since the start of 2020.
What is cryptocurrency malware and how does it work?
Security firm Intezer Labs said it discovered a covert year-long malware operation where cybercriminals created fake cryptocurrency apps in order to trick users into installing a new strain of malware on their systems, with the obvious end goal of stealing victims' funds.
What are fake cryptocurrency apps laced with?
Intezer Labs said it discovered fake cryptocurrency apps laced with ElectroRAT, a new Go-based malware strain.
