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Security · 4d ago

Microsoft uncovers USB-spreading crypto-stealing backdoor

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Ars Technica ·

Microsoft discovered a new lightweight backdoor called Crypto Clipper that spreads via USB drives and communicates over Tor to steal cryptocurrency. The malware is self-propagating, targeting crypto wallets and clipboard data. It highlights ongoing threats to digital asset security from low-profile but effective malware.

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While not a sophisticated threat, Crypto Clipper's use of USB propagation and Tor makes it a practical risk for crypto holders, especially in air-gapped environments.
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