Hackers are using YouTube to distribute Penny Wise crypto malware

 Hackers are now using YouTube to spread a new type of malware that steals data from crypto currency wallets, as well as crypto browser extensions.

Learn about Penny Wise crypto currency malware


New malware is an “emerging threat” called Penny Wise and can gain access to 30 different applications, such as wallets and browser extensions. Cyble blogged about this on June 30th in detail.

With malware, hackers can access data like login information and crypto extension data. The malware can also capture screenshots and infiltrate chat platforms like Telegram and Discord.


Wallet users should update to the latest version of their software to protect themselves from malware. Wallets for Ethereum and Zcash are also vulnerable

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Hackers use YouTube to distribute malware. They post malicious videos that look like Bitcoin mining tutorials, with a link on the description urging people to watch them. Don’t trust the video and be sure to keep your security software up-to-date!


It is estimated that the attackers had a large reach on YouTube, evident by the posting of 80 videos. Moreover, this malware is still being circulated by other channels purporting to offer free mining of NFTs and other free services.


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