Hackers Breach Offshore Digital Bank, Expose 37GB of Crypto Wallet Data
A cybercriminal group called 'Weyhro' claims to have compromised Valens Bank's entire digital infrastructure, exposing sensitive customer data and cryptocurrency operations. The 37GB leak reportedly includes over 400,000 customer records, cryptographic keys, and source code, raising major concerns about offshore digital banking security.
PoisonSeed Campaign Targets Crypto Users Through Compromised CRM Systems
A sophisticated cybercrime operation dubbed PoisonSeed is exploiting compromised CRM accounts to launch cryptocurrency seed phrase poisoning attacks. The campaign uses phishing tactics to gain access to marketing systems and sends malicious recovery phrases that allow attackers to drain victims' digital wallets.
Cybercriminals Exploit Legacy Stripe API to Validate Stolen Card Data in Sophisticated Skimming Campaign
Researchers uncovered a web skimming operation targeting 49 e-commerce merchants by exploiting Stripe's deprecated API to validate stolen payment cards. The sophisticated attack injects malicious code mimicking legitimate checkout pages while leveraging cryptocurrency options and automated customization tools.
Hijacked npm Packages Target API Keys Through Sophisticated Supply Chain Attack
Multiple cryptocurrency-related npm packages, active for over 9 years, were compromised to steal sensitive data through malicious obfuscated scripts. The attack, likely executed through compromised maintainer accounts, highlights critical security vulnerabilities in open-source software maintenance.
DeepSeek AI Phishing Campaign Targets Crypto Wallets and User Data
Multiple fraudulent websites impersonating DeepSeek have emerged following the Chinese AI company's recent model release, putting users' sensitive data and cryptocurrency at risk. Security researchers identified at least 16 active phishing sites using sophisticated evasion tactics and malicious packages to steal credentials and distribute malware.
Counterfeit Seagate Hard Drives from Chinese Chia Mining Operations Spark Global Scandal
A major fraud scheme involving counterfeit Seagate hard drives with falsified usage records has been traced to defunct Chinese cryptocurrency mining operations. The scandal has affected customers across multiple countries, prompting varied responses from retailers while Seagate launches an investigation.
Brazil Blocks Cryptocurrency Payments for Iris Scans in World ID Project
Brazil's data protection agency has ordered Tools for Humanity, co-founded by OpenAI's Sam Altman, to stop compensating citizens for iris scans with cryptocurrency. The regulatory action challenges the company's global biometric identity system amid concerns over data privacy and consent.
French Police Rescue Ledger Executive in Violent Cryptocurrency Kidnapping
French authorities successfully freed Ledger co-founder David Balland and his wife after a brutal 24-hour kidnapping involving cryptocurrency ransom demands. The GIGN tactical unit arrested ten suspects following the ordeal, which included severe violence against Balland.
North Korea's Digital Heist: Over $659M Stolen in Cryptocurrency Attacks
North Korean hackers, led by the Lazarus Group, orchestrated major cryptocurrency thefts totaling $659 million in 2024 through sophisticated social engineering tactics. The attacks targeted multiple exchanges including WazirX and DMM Bitcoin, prompting a joint warning from US, Japan and South Korea.
Inside the Professional Crime Machine: A Day with Elite Voice Phishing Operators
Modern voice phishing crews operate with military precision, utilizing sophisticated tools and tactics to target wealthy victims. With structured roles and meticulous planning, these cybercriminal enterprises can steal millions through elaborate social engineering schemes.