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The hacking group behind the Nvidia breach is likely hoping cryptocurrency miners will pay up, even though it's a risky proposition that doesn't make financial sense.

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The culprits say they stole 1TB of data from Nvidia despite an earlier attempt from the company to encrypt the hackers' machines.

The war in Ukraine has a cyber front, including new data-destroying malware called Hermetic Wiper. The one defense, whatever country you’re in, is up-to-date antivirus software.

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Meanwhile, the hackers behind the breach are now releasing some of the stolen files on the web.

As a result, US cybersecurity authorities are telling domestic companies to be on guard. Last week, a strain called HermeticWiper hit hundreds of computers.

The leak occurred after the leader of the gang posted a pro-Russian message and threat.

No quiet on the cyber front.

The company has confirmed there was a breach, but says it's still investigating the full extent of the incident.