Crypto Malware Discovered in Python Package Index Threatens Wallet Security
A recent report from cybersecurity firm Checkmarx reveals a dangerous new malware strain in the Python Package Index (PyPI) designed to steal private keys, mnemonic phrases, and other sensitive data, threatening cryptocurrency wallets.
According to a recent report by cyber security company Checkmarx, researchers have found a hazardous new strain of malware hiding in the Python Package Index (PyPI), a popular developer repository. Checkmarx claim this malware is meant to steal private keys and mnemonic phrases, among other sensitive data, putting cryptocurrency users’ wallets in danger.
The virus is included in software packages that appeared to be tools for well-known cryptocurrency wallets such as Atomic, MetaMask, Ronin, and…
