Avast finds cybercriminals are targeting gamers with cryptomining malware
Avast finds cybercriminals are targeting gamers using cracked games with cryptomining malware Crackonosh. Avast Threat Labs has released new research that reveals cybercriminals are targeting gamers with cryptomining malware Crackonosh through cracked or pirated versions of popular games. To date, they have earned over $2 million (NZ $2.8 million) in cryptocurrency. Circulating since at least June 2018, the malware has been found hidden in pirated versions of games such as Grand Theft Auto V, Far Cry 5, NBA2K19, and Fallout 4 GOTY, all of which can be found on torrent sites. Avast says Cracko...
Source: securitybrief.com.au
