Google has updated the Play Store Developer Policy page to ban mobile mining apps that mine cryptocurrencies using the computational resources of the devices. “We don’t allow apps that mine cryptocurrency on devices,” reads the entry included in the policy. MORE
Big data Data management Data mining Data discoveryIt’s vital that in addition to data connectivity, organizations also provide proper context—so users get the right information, right when they need it. MORE
After gaining control of the coin-mining software, the malware replaces the wallet address the computer owner uses to collect newly minted currency with an address controlled by the attacker. This is a clever attack. MORE
On the face, the damage caused by cryptojacking may appear to be mostly limited to consumers and website publishers who are getting their computing resources diverted to mining fresh units of Monero, Ethereum and Bytecoin on behalf of leeching attackers. You can mine them, if you have a powerful CPU. Or you can hijack other people’s computers to do the mining. LW: I can’t really use my MacBook to mine Bitcoin, can I? MORE
Non-profit organisation behind Firefox browser announces move after Cambridge Analytica revelations Mozilla, which makes the popular Firefox web browser, has become the first major organisation to stop advertising on Facebook amid the controversy over the Cambridge Analytica files. MORE
The cryptocurrency craze rages on, and one unintended consequence is the dramatic rise of illicit cryptocurrency mining. So, quite naturally, malicious hackers are busying themselves inventing clever ways to leech computing power from unwitting victims — and directing these stolen computing cycles towards lining their pockets with freshly mined crypto cash. So naturally, cryptocurrency mining services have cropped up. MORE
EHR analysis Genome sequencing Diseases and conditions Diagnosis and treatment Data mining Clinical decision supportResearchers applied phenotype risk scores to nearly 22,000 genotyped individuals, says Vanderbilt’s Josh Denny, MD. MORE
Data mining Customer data Data managementLinkedIn Corp., the professional social networking site owned by Microsoft Corp., says it will open its vast trove of data to academic researchers. MORE
Carriers are looking to learn as much as they can about these emerging macro trends now so that they can be prepared for a transformative future. Analytics Driverless Sharing economy Farmers Insurance Allstate Uber Lyft MORE
Bots, or software that can execute instructions, will be increasingly important in underground mining, says Technical Director Tony O’Neill. Robotics Artificial intelligence Machine Learning MORE
Decatur County General Hospital is notifying 24,000 patients of cryptocurrency mining software on its EMR system MORE
Group-IB is recording new outbreaks of illegal mining (cryptojacking) threats in the networks of commercial and state organizations. One cryptocoin after another: what are the dangers of mining? MORE
A newly discovered malware has different capabilities for Windows and Linux systems, including ransomware and cryptomining. Hacks Malware Vulnerabilities data destruction iron group Linux macOS malware ransomware Windows xbash MORE
Do healthcare entities face a growing risk of being hit with cryptocurrency mining attacks, which have become more common in other sectors? Are More Healthcare Sector Entities at Risk? MORE
A water utility in Europe has been infected by cryptocurrency mining software. This is a relatively new attack : hackers compromise computers and force them to mine cryptocurrency for them. MORE
After all, why lock users’ machines and demand a ransom that they might not even pay when you can just infect their machine with software that mines for cryptocurrency without their knowledge? Wait a moment – cryptocurrency mining ? Let’s just say mining entails solving complex mathematical calculations for a cryptocurrency reward and it requires a lot of processing power because it’s complicated. MORE
Expert Says Virtual Currency Systems Leak Useful Data to Track Criminals Experts have long warned that bitcoin is not as private as it appears. The very design of bitcoin, as well as some other virtual currencies, can lend a surprising amount of information about the groups using it to transact. MORE
Additionally, the campaign is sophisticated in seeking to detect, analyse and neutralise other competing crypto-mining malware. I’ve been following the Monero mining pool address used in the Ngrok campaign and regularly checking for other research references on the internet. MORE
By the end of the year almost all of Rio Tinto Group’s 200 locomotives used to transport the steel-making ingredient through the Pilbara region will travel without a driver. Robotics Hardware and software Data management MORE
A malware tool for stealthily installing software that mines the Monero virtual currency looks like the handiwork of North Korean threat actors, AlienVault says MORE
But experts warn that for enterprises, the virtual gold rush can put corporate networks at risk and inflate cloud central processing unit usage, adding cost. Cryptocurrencies Bitcoin Blockchain MORE
Not just a miner, the malware also sets up a hidden default account with system administrator privileges, to be used for re-infection and further attacks. Malware backdoor EternalRomance follow on attacks Monero pyromine remote desktop ShadowBrokers smb1 MORE
“Wall Street Moves Toward Mining of Social-Media Data,” The Wall Street Journal , June 4, 2018 B4. ” This data is mined from social media. Who owns the information on social media? Everyone? Companies now looking focusing on “alternative data reports” concerning a potential acquisition target, which are things such as user “purchase data, mobile app usage[,] and web surveys of prices.” MORE
Apps found in Google Play turned mobile devices into cryptocurrency miners unbeknownst to their users, according to researchers from security firm Ixia MORE
Interesting paper " A first look at browser-based cryptojacking ": Abstract : In this paper, we examine the recent trend towards in-browser mining of cryptocurrencies; in particular, the mining of Monero through Coinhive and similar code-bases. MORE
” The binary establishes a connection to the C&C server, then scans processes running on the compromised device and attempts to kill any that are running the CoinHive script that could be mining Monero. MORE
and Australian governments, have been turning their visitors' computers into mining machines to harvest the virtual currency Monero. The security lapse continues the recent trend of cryptocurrency mining malware overtaking ransomware MORE
MDM Data governance Data miningOrganizations can integrate various information types into a single MDM platform by leveraging emerging options for schema and taxonomies, producing virtually limitless competitive advantage. MORE
The Rakhni Trojan is now giving bad actors the ability to infect victims either with a ransomware cryptor or a miner. Malware Vulnerabilities Crypto Cryptocurrency Cryptominer Email Spam malware miner Rakhni Trojan Spam Trojan Worm MORE
Attackers looking to hijack systems for illegally mining digital currencies have begun eyeing business systems, security vendors say MORE
This is simply not going to scale , Apple. It's not. OPEN UP MORE
Culture secretary Matt Hancock said app designed to engage with constituents was changed after criticism that it was harvesting data The culture secretary, Matt Hancock, has been forced to change the settings on his own app after complaints that it was harvesting the data and photos of users. Speaking to ITV’s Good Morning Britain after criticising Facebook for breaching the privacy of millions of its users, Hancock admitted he received complaints about the way his own app accessed users’ data. MORE
More Proof Cryptojacking Is Thriving: Crypto-Locking Malware Doubles as Miner Ransomware creators, having already created "themes" for their crypto-locking malware ranging from Pokemon and horror movies to princesses and Donald Trump, have now debuted "Barack Obama" ransomware. MORE
Illicit crypto mining is advancing apace. It began when threat actors began stealthily embedding crypto mining functionality into the web browsers of unwitting individuals. Related article: Illicit crypto mining hits cloud services. Cybercriminals have shifted their focus to burrowing onto company servers and then redirecting those corporate computing resources to crypto mining chores. Arsene: It’s important to understand that crypto mining may seem benign. MORE
The recent rash of cryptojacking attacks has hit a Tesla database that contained potentially sensitive information. Security MORE
European Union rules starting this week will stress human oversight and consumer protection, which may hamper companies trying to build the tools of the future. Robotics Artificial intelligence Machine learning MORE
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The botnet uses port scanning code from Mirai, a first for Android-related attacks, according to researchers. Malware Mobile Security 360 Netlab Android botnet cyyptocurrency Mirai Monero MORE
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Additionally, the campaign is sophisticated in seeking to detect, analyse and neutralise other competing crypto-mining malware. I’ve been following the Monero mining pool address used in the Ngrok campaign and regularly checking for other research references on the internet.
Data Breach Today
FEBRUARY 12, 2018
and Australian governments, have been turning their visitors' computers into mining machines to harvest the virtual currency Monero. The security lapse continues the recent trend of cryptocurrency mining malware overtaking ransomware
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 23, 2018
After gaining control of the coin-mining software, the malware replaces the wallet address the computer owner uses to collect newly minted currency with an address controlled by the attacker. This is a clever attack.
Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
More Proof Cryptojacking Is Thriving: Crypto-Locking Malware Doubles as Miner Ransomware creators, having already created "themes" for their crypto-locking malware ranging from Pokemon and horror movies to princesses and Donald Trump, have now debuted "Barack Obama" ransomware.
Data Breach Today
FEBRUARY 8, 2018
Do healthcare entities face a growing risk of being hit with cryptocurrency mining attacks, which have become more common in other sectors? Are More Healthcare Sector Entities at Risk?
Security Affairs
JULY 28, 2018
Google has updated the Play Store Developer Policy page to ban mobile mining apps that mine cryptocurrencies using the computational resources of the devices. “We don’t allow apps that mine cryptocurrency on devices,” reads the entry included in the policy.
Schneier on Security
MARCH 21, 2018
Interesting paper " A first look at browser-based cryptojacking ": Abstract : In this paper, we examine the recent trend towards in-browser mining of cryptocurrencies; in particular, the mining of Monero through Coinhive and similar code-bases.
The Last Watchdog
AUGUST 3, 2018
Illicit crypto mining is advancing apace. It began when threat actors began stealthily embedding crypto mining functionality into the web browsers of unwitting individuals. Related article: Illicit crypto mining hits cloud services. Cybercriminals have shifted their focus to burrowing onto company servers and then redirecting those corporate computing resources to crypto mining chores. Arsene: It’s important to understand that crypto mining may seem benign.
Schneier on Security
FEBRUARY 8, 2018
A water utility in Europe has been infected by cryptocurrency mining software. This is a relatively new attack : hackers compromise computers and force them to mine cryptocurrency for them.
The Last Watchdog
JUNE 20, 2018
On the face, the damage caused by cryptojacking may appear to be mostly limited to consumers and website publishers who are getting their computing resources diverted to mining fresh units of Monero, Ethereum and Bytecoin on behalf of leeching attackers. You can mine them, if you have a powerful CPU. Or you can hijack other people’s computers to do the mining. LW: I can’t really use my MacBook to mine Bitcoin, can I?
The Last Watchdog
JUNE 21, 2018
The cryptocurrency craze rages on, and one unintended consequence is the dramatic rise of illicit cryptocurrency mining. So, quite naturally, malicious hackers are busying themselves inventing clever ways to leech computing power from unwitting victims — and directing these stolen computing cycles towards lining their pockets with freshly mined crypto cash. So naturally, cryptocurrency mining services have cropped up.
Information Management Resources
MARCH 18, 2018
EHR analysis Genome sequencing Diseases and conditions Diagnosis and treatment Data mining Clinical decision supportResearchers applied phenotype risk scores to nearly 22,000 genotyped individuals, says Vanderbilt’s Josh Denny, MD.
Information Management Resources
AUGUST 22, 2018
Data mining Customer data Data managementLinkedIn Corp., the professional social networking site owned by Microsoft Corp., says it will open its vast trove of data to academic researchers.
WIRED Threat Level
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
The recent rash of cryptojacking attacks has hit a Tesla database that contained potentially sensitive information. Security
Dark Reading
FEBRUARY 8, 2018
Decatur County General Hospital is notifying 24,000 patients of cryptocurrency mining software on its EMR system
Security Affairs
JULY 24, 2018
” The binary establishes a connection to the C&C server, then scans processes running on the compromised device and attempts to kill any that are running the CoinHive script that could be mining Monero.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 11, 2018
Group-IB is recording new outbreaks of illegal mining (cryptojacking) threats in the networks of commercial and state organizations. One cryptocoin after another: what are the dangers of mining?
Dark Reading
JANUARY 8, 2018
A malware tool for stealthily installing software that mines the Monero virtual currency looks like the handiwork of North Korean threat actors, AlienVault says
InfoGovNuggets
JUNE 4, 2018
“Wall Street Moves Toward Mining of Social-Media Data,” The Wall Street Journal , June 4, 2018 B4. ” This data is mined from social media. Who owns the information on social media? Everyone? Companies now looking focusing on “alternative data reports” concerning a potential acquisition target, which are things such as user “purchase data, mobile app usage[,] and web surveys of prices.”
The Guardian Data Protection
MARCH 22, 2018
Non-profit organisation behind Firefox browser announces move after Cambridge Analytica revelations Mozilla, which makes the popular Firefox web browser, has become the first major organisation to stop advertising on Facebook amid the controversy over the Cambridge Analytica files.
John Battelle's Searchblog
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This is simply not going to scale , Apple. It's not. OPEN UP
Information Management Resources
NOVEMBER 30, 2017
Bots, or software that can execute instructions, will be increasingly important in underground mining, says Technical Director Tony O’Neill. Robotics Artificial intelligence Machine Learning
Dark Reading
JUNE 22, 2018
A new exploit of a known vulnerability gives an attacker control of the Drupal-hosting server
Dark Reading
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
Attackers looking to hijack systems for illegally mining digital currencies have begun eyeing business systems, security vendors say
Threatpost
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
A newly discovered malware has different capabilities for Windows and Linux systems, including ransomware and cryptomining. Hacks Malware Vulnerabilities data destruction iron group Linux macOS malware ransomware Windows xbash
Dark Reading
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
The nuclear weapons facility employees reportedly tried to mine cryptocurrency via a supercomputer
Information Management Resources
MARCH 26, 2018
But experts warn that for enterprises, the virtual gold rush can put corporate networks at risk and inflate cloud central processing unit usage, adding cost. Cryptocurrencies Bitcoin Blockchain
Information Management Resources
JULY 17, 2018
By the end of the year almost all of Rio Tinto Group’s 200 locomotives used to transport the steel-making ingredient through the Pilbara region will travel without a driver. Robotics Hardware and software Data management
Information Management Resources
MAY 22, 2018
European Union rules starting this week will stress human oversight and consumer protection, which may hamper companies trying to build the tools of the future. Robotics Artificial intelligence Machine learning
Information Management Resources
JANUARY 31, 2018
MDM Data governance Data miningOrganizations can integrate various information types into a single MDM platform by leveraging emerging options for schema and taxonomies, producing virtually limitless competitive advantage.
Threatpost
APRIL 26, 2018
Not just a miner, the malware also sets up a hidden default account with system administrator privileges, to be used for re-infection and further attacks. Malware backdoor EternalRomance follow on attacks Monero pyromine remote desktop ShadowBrokers smb1
Information Management Resources
MARCH 12, 2018
Carriers are looking to learn as much as they can about these emerging macro trends now so that they can be prepared for a transformative future. Analytics Driverless Sharing economy Farmers Insurance Allstate Uber Lyft
Threatpost
JULY 6, 2018
The Rakhni Trojan is now giving bad actors the ability to infect victims either with a ransomware cryptor or a miner. Malware Vulnerabilities Crypto Cryptocurrency Cryptominer Email Spam malware miner Rakhni Trojan Spam Trojan Worm
Dark Reading
DECEMBER 19, 2017
Attackers are quietly building an attack infrastructure using very sensitive machines
IT Governance
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
After all, why lock users’ machines and demand a ransom that they might not even pay when you can just infect their machine with software that mines for cryptocurrency without their knowledge? Wait a moment – cryptocurrency mining ? Let’s just say mining entails solving complex mathematical calculations for a cryptocurrency reward and it requires a lot of processing power because it’s complicated.
Dark Reading
MAY 30, 2018
A new report shows that cryptocurrencies tend to be the focus of a growing number of malicious apps
Threatpost
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
The botnet uses port scanning code from Mirai, a first for Android-related attacks, according to researchers. Malware Mobile Security 360 Netlab Android botnet cyyptocurrency Mirai Monero
OpenText Information Management
JUNE 27, 2018
Analytics AI artificial intelligence Big Content customer voice magellan Magellan Text Mining Marketing OpenText Magellan OpenText Qfiniti Qfiniti social listening social media text analytics text mining unstructured data Voice of Customer
Data Breach Today
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Luckily, Firm Was Only Infected With Cryptocurrency-Mining Malware Attack code known as EternalBlue, designed to exploit a Windows SMB flaw, continues to work for attackers despite Microsoft having issued patches more than a year ago.
The Guardian Data Protection
MARCH 22, 2018
Culture secretary Matt Hancock said app designed to engage with constituents was changed after criticism that it was harvesting data The culture secretary, Matt Hancock, has been forced to change the settings on his own app after complaints that it was harvesting the data and photos of users. Speaking to ITV’s Good Morning Britain after criticising Facebook for breaching the privacy of millions of its users, Hancock admitted he received complaints about the way his own app accessed users’ data.
Dark Reading
NOVEMBER 14, 2017
Apps found in Google Play turned mobile devices into cryptocurrency miners unbeknownst to their users, according to researchers from security firm Ixia
Information Management Resources
JANUARY 11, 2018
Big data Data management Data mining Data discoveryIt’s vital that in addition to data connectivity, organizations also provide proper context—so users get the right information, right when they need it.
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