Tag: blockchain
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Cryptocurrency Found Lacking at RSAC Cryptographers’ Panel
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in SecurityNewsHot Topics Also Include Quantum Computing, Blockchains, Artificial Intelligence. Cryptocurrencies have dramatically failed to live up to their promise, to the extent that the world would be better without them, said cryptographer Adi Shamir at this year’s RSAC Conference, during an expert panel that touched on artificial intelligence, quantum computing, blockchains and more. First seen…
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dRPC Launches NodeHaus to Streamline Blockchain and Web3 Infrastructure
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in SecurityNewsBlockchain infrastructure provider dRPC has announced the launch of a NodeHaus platform that enables chain foundations unprecedented control… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/drpc-launches-nodehaus-blockchain-web3-infrastructure/
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Blockchain Offers Security Benefits But Don’t Neglect Your Passwords
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in SecurityNewsBlockchain is best known for its use in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, but it also holds significant applications for online authentication. As businesses in varying sectors increasingly embrace blockchain-based security tools, could the technology one day replace passwords?How blockchain works Blockchain is a secure way to maintain, encrypt, and exchange digital records of transactions. First seen…
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Blockchain, Quantum, and IoT Firms Unite to Secure Satellite Communications Against Quantum Threats
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in SecurityNewsPartisia, Squareroot8, and NuSpace join forces in a global partnership to advance quantum-safe communications. The post Blockchain, Quantum, and IoT Firms Unite to Secure Satellite Communications Against Quantum Threats appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/blockchain-quantum-and-iot-firms-unite-to-secure-satellite-communications-against-quantum-threats/
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Top 16 OffSec, pen-testing, and ethical hacking certifications
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Tags: access, android, antivirus, application-security, attack, authentication, blockchain, bug-bounty, business, cisco, cloud, computing, credentials, crypto, cryptography, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, encryption, exploit, guide, hacker, hacking, incident response, injection, iot, jobs, kali, linux, malware, microsoft, mitigation, mobile, network, penetration-testing, RedTeam, remote-code-execution, reverse-engineering, risk, risk-assessment, sap, skills, sql, technology, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerability, windowsExperiential learning Offensive security can’t be fully mastered through lectures alone. Candidates need hands-on training in lab environments to develop practical skills. Ideally, certification exams should include a practical assessment, such as developing an exploit to compromise a system.Because individuals learn OffSec techniques, such as penetration testing, in different ways, the most effective certifications offer…
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7 Wege, Daten (besser) zu verschlüsseln
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Tags: ai, blockchain, business, crypto, dns, encryption, github, healthcare, infrastructure, nist, office, privacy, software, updateVerschlüsseln Sie Ihre Daten zeitgemäß?Das Konzept der Kryptografie existiert schon ein paar Hundert Jahre, wird aber von findigen Wissenschaftlern und Mathematikern immer weiter vorangetrieben. Im Rahmen dieser Entwicklungsarbeit hat sich gezeigt, dass Algorithmen noch viel mehr können, als nur Daten zu schützen: Sie sind auch in der Lage, komplexe Regeln durchzusetzen und die Zusammenarbeit zu…
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Nine-Year-Old npm Packages Hijacked to Exfiltrate API Keys via Obfuscated Scripts
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in SecurityNewsCybersecurity researchers have discovered several cryptocurrency packages on the npm registry that have been hijacked to siphon sensitive information such as environment variables from compromised systems.”Some of these packages have lived on npmjs.com for over 9 years, and provide legitimate functionality to blockchain developers,” Sonatype researcher Ax Sharma said. “However, […] the latest First seen…
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DPRK IT Worker Scam: Mitigation Steps for Hiring Teams
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in SecurityNewsNisos DPRK IT Worker Scam: Mitigation Steps for Hiring Teams Nisos is tracking a network of likely North Korean (DPRK)-affiliated IT workers posing as Singaporean, Turkish, Finish and US nationals with the goal of obtaining employment in remote IT, engineering, and full-stack blockchain positions… First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/dprk-it-worker-scam-mitigation-steps-for-hiring-teams/
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Neue VanHelsing-Ransomware breitet sich rasant aus
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Tags: authentication, backup, blockchain, dark-web, encryption, extortion, governance, government, linux, ransomware, service, usa, windowsDas neue Ransomware-Programm VanHelsing zielt auf Windows-, Linux-, BSD-, ARM- und ESXi-Systeme.Das neue RaaS-Projekt namens VanHelsing wurde erstmals am16. März von Forschern von CYFIRMA entdeckt, als Angreifer es für Verschlüsselung und doppelte Erpressung nutzten. Da es für Ziele der Gemeinschaft Unabhängiger Staaten (GUS) verboten ist, gehen die Security-Spezialisten davon aus, dass die Hintermänner aus Russland…
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New VanHelsing ransomware claims three victims within a month
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Tags: access, authentication, backup, blockchain, control, encryption, government, network, ransom, ransomware, service, windowsSophisticated affiliate program: VanHelsing is a refined ransomware written in C++ and, based on the compilation timestamp observed by Check Point, had claimed its first victim on the same day it got spotted by CYFIRMA.”The ransomware accepts multiple command-line arguments that control the encryption process, such as whether to encrypt network and local drives or…
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North Korean IT Workers Exploit GitHub to Launch Global Cyberattacks
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in SecurityNewsA recent investigation by cybersecurity firm Nisos has uncovered a coordinated effort by North Korean IT workers to exploit GitHub for creating fake personas, enabling them to secure remote jobs in Japan and the United States. These individuals, posing as professionals from countries like Vietnam, Japan, and Singapore, primarily target roles in engineering and blockchain…
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Blockchain gaming platform WEMIX hacked to steal $6.1 million
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in SecurityNewsBlockchain gaming platform WEMIX suffered a cyberattack last month, allowing threat actors to steal 8,654,860 WEMIX tokens, valued at approximately $6,100,000 at the time. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/blockchain-gaming-platform-wemix-hacked-to-steal-61-million/
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6 Millionen $ von einer Blockchain-Plattform gestohlen
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Tags: blockchainWemix Foundation Admits to Significant Token Loss Due to Hack First seen on binance.com Jump to article: www.binance.com/en/square/post/03-17-2025-wemix-foundation-admits-to-significant-token-loss-due-to-hack-21653724242370
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Why Small and Medium Businesses Are Adopting Blockchain Solutions
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in SecurityNewsBlockchain technology is revolutionizing industries by enabling secure transactions, decentralization, and transparency. At the same time, Blockchain software… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/why-small-medium-businesses-adopt-blockchain-solutions/
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Blockchain-Sicherheit in Echtzeit: Wegbereiter für eine sichere Web3-Zukunft
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Tags: blockchainDiese Partnerschaft zielt darauf ab, die größte Barriere für die Blockchain-Adoption zu beseitigen die Sicherheit. Durch eine umfassende Echtzeit-Sicherheitslösung sollen Institutionen das Vertrauen gewinnen, Blockchain-Technologien sicher und in großem Maßstab einzusetzen. First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/blockchain-sicherheit-in-echtzeit-wegbereiter-fuer-eine-sichere-web3-zukunft/a40067/
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Wie Echtzeit-Cybersicherheit die Blockchain vorantreiben wird
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in SecurityNewsSicherheitsbedenken behindern die Verbreitung der Blockchain-Technologie, doch Check Point weist darauf hin, wie Echtzeit-Sicherheitslösungen das volle Potential des Web3 freisetzen können. Aus diesem Grund kam eine Partnerschaft mit Cardano zustande. Denn aus Sicht der Sicherheitsforscher von Check Point ist es gerade der Mangel an Echtzeit-Sicherheitslösungen, welcher bislang viele Manager und IT-Entscheider zweifeln lässt. Die Welt…
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Save 70% on a Course Showing You How to Invest in Crypto
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in SecurityNewsIn this online training course, learn about NFTs, blockchain, decentralized apps, and more. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/complete-nft-blockchain-masterclass-bundle/
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North Korean Fake IT Workers Pose as Blockchain Developers on GitHub
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in SecurityNewsNorth Korean fake IT workers are creating personas on GitHub to land blockchain developer jobs at US and Japanese firms. The post North Korean Fake IT Workers Pose as Blockchain Developers on GitHub appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/north-korean-fake-it-workers-pose-as-blockchain-developers-on-github/
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North Koreans finish initial laundering stage after more than $1 billion stolen from Bybit
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in SecurityNewsExperts from multiple blockchain security companies said Monday that the hackers were able to move all of the stolen ETH coins to new addresses, the first step taken before the funds can be laundered further. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/north-koreans-initial-laundering-bybit-hack
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Authorities Seize $31 Million Linked to Crypto Exchange Hack
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in SecurityNewsU.S. authorities announced the seizure of $31 million tied to the 2021 Uranium Finance decentralized finance (DeFi) exploits. The coordinated effort between the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) San Diego, aided by blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs, represents one of the largest recoveries in…
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How an Attacker Drained $50M from a DeFi Protocol Through Role Escalation
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in SecurityNewsy: Dikla Barda, Roaman Zaikin & Oded Vanunu On February 24, Check Point Blockchain Threat Intel System observed a sophisticated attack on a DeFi protocol, Infini. Infini is a digital banking platform in the crypto space that offers its users savings yields and other financial services. The platform aims to make crypto assets more accessible…
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Malicious npm Package Targets Developers for Supply Chain Attack
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in SecurityNewsThe Socket Research Team has uncovered a malicious npm package@ton-wallet/create designed to steal sensitive cryptocurrency wallet keys from developers and users in the TON blockchain ecosystem. TON, originally developed by Telegram, is a growing platform for decentralized applications (dApps), smart contracts, and cryptocurrency transactions. The malicious package impersonated the legitimate @ton/ton package and remained undetected…
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Researchers accuse North Korea of $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist
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in SecurityNewsNorth Korea is behind the massive crypto hack, according to several blockchain monitoring firms and a well-known researcher First seen on techcrunch.com Jump to article: techcrunch.com/2025/02/24/researchers-accuse-north-korea-of-1-4-billion-bybit-crypto-heist/
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North Korean hackers linked to $1.5 billion ByBit crypto heist
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in SecurityNewsOver the weekend, blockchain security companies and experts have linked North Korea’s Lazarus hacking group to the theft of over $1.5 billion from cryptocurrency exchange Bybit. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/north-korean-hackers-linked-to-15-billion-bybit-crypto-heist/
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The Bybit Incident: When Research Meets Reality
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in SecurityNewsesearch by Dikla Barda, Roman Ziakin and Oded Vanunu On February 21st, Check Point Blockchain Threat Intel System alerted on a critical attack log on the Ethereum blockchain network. The log indicated that the AI engine identify anomality change with this transaction and categorize it as critical attack in real time. It was indicated that…
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Blockaid Raises $50 Million to Secure Blockchain Applications
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in SecurityNewsBlockaid raises $50 million in Series B funding to scale operations to meet demand for its blockchain application security platform. The post Blockaid Raises $50 Million to Secure Blockchain Applications appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/blockaid-raises-50-million-to-secure-blockchain-applications/
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How Blockchain Games Ensure Transparency and Fairness
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in SecurityNewsThe advancement of technology has also impacted sectors like gaming. Blockchain technology has surfaced as an asset that… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/how-blockchain-games-ensure-transparency-fairness/
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Ransomware Payments Plunge 35% as More Victims Refuse to Pay
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in SecurityNewsIn a significant shift within the ransomware landscape, global ransom payments plummeted by 35% in 2024, falling from $1.25 billion in 2023 to $813.55 million, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. This marked the first substantial decline in ransomware payments since 2022, despite a record number of ransomware attacks during the year.…