GreedyBear: Evolving Crypto Threats to Watch Out For
As cryptocurrency gains traction, cybercriminals are also stepping up their game. The group known as GreedyBear has reportedly stolen over $1 million using a mix of malware, phishing, and fake extensions. It begs the question: are crypto-friendly businesses doing enough to protect themselves? In this post, I’m sharing what I found on the tactics GreedyBear uses, the vulnerabilities small to medium enterprises (SMEs) face, and what can be done to bolster cybersecurity.
GreedyBear: A Case Study in Crypto Theft
GreedyBear is not your run-of-the-mill cybercrime group. They’re a well-oiled machine with a multifaceted approach to crypto theft. Instead of sticking to one method, they employ a coordinated operation featuring malicious browser…