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Hackers Unleash Devious Malware That Steals Crypto Wallet Data Via Fake Captcha: Report

Hackers Unleash Devious Malware That Steals Crypto Wallet Data Via Fake Captcha: Report

A new research brief published by DNSFilter indicates a rising threat to cryptocurrency users from fake CAPTCHA pages, which use deceptive “I’m not a robot” prompts to deliver malware targeting crypto wallets. According to DNSFilter, the malicious activity was first identified by one of its managed service provider (MSP) customers. What initially appeared to be a routine CAPTCHA verification was, in fact, an attempt to deploy Lumma Stealer, a fileless malware strain capable of exfiltrating browser-stored credentials and wallet information. While DNSFilter’s content filtering successfully blocked the attack, its researchers traced the infrastructure to reveal broader patterns of coordinated phishing efforts. Fake CAPTCHA Scam Targets Greek Bank Users, Delivers Lumma Stealer via PowerShell Trick The incident began when users encountered a CAPTCHA overlay on a Greek banking site. The page mimicked a legitimate CAPTCHA but displayed a message claiming a DNS “network error,” instructing users to press Windows + R, paste a command from the clipboard, and hit Enter. Following these steps would silently execute the Lumma Stealer payload via PowerShell outside the browser while performing a DNS lookup. Source: DNSFilter DNSFilter linked the campaign to two other domains: human-verify-7u.pages.dev, a Cloudflare Pages site that returns an error after the user clicks the button, and recaptcha-manual.shop, which executes commands outside the browser after users follow the prompts. Further investigation, detailed in DNSFilter’s case study , revealed that the campaign was a sophisticated blend of phishing and malware delivery. Attackers relied on fileless execution techniques, using legitimate browser processes to deliver payloads without writing to disk. DNSFilter deployed its content filtering and domain-blocking controls across the MSP’s network, preventing infections before any credentials or wallet data were compromised. Alerts and blocking policies were updated in real time, and the MSP conducted end-user education sessions to reinforce the dangers of interacting with suspicious CAPTCHA. “The malware in this event was Lumma Stealer, delivered through a fake CAPTCHA in a deceptive malvertising chain. Had the analyst’s device been infected, the PowerShell payload could have disabled Windows AMSI and loaded Lumma DLL,” the report explains. “The stealer immediately sweeps the system for anything it can monetize—browser-stored passwords and cookies, saved 2FA tokens, cryptocurrency-wallet data, remote-access credentials, and even password-manager vaults.” Analysis showed that the fake CAPTCHA was accessed 23 times across the DNSFilter network in just three days. More troubling, 17% of users who encountered the page followed its copy‑and‑paste instructions, triggering the malware payload attempt. While DNSFilter prevented successful infections in this case, researchers noted the potential scale if left unchecked. Rapid Laundering Leaves Scam Victims Powerless to Recover Stolen Crypto Reports have revealed that cybercriminals are laundering stolen cryptocurrency at unprecedented speeds. At these rates, victims of fake CAPTCHA schemes are left with virtually no chance of recovering their funds. As per the previous report, crypto hackers can now transfer stolen digital assets through laundering networks in under three minutes. 🚨 Hackers are stealing more crypto and moving it faster. One laundering process took only 2 minutes 57 seconds. Can the industry cope? #CryptoSecurity #Web3 #Blockchain #DeFi https://t.co/lGwutYsT6Q — Cryptonews.com (@cryptonews) August 12, 2025 Elliptic’s data shows that by using automated laundering tools and decentralized exchanges (DEXs), hackers are executing the entire laundering process in a matter of minutes. Source: Elliptic “This new speed makes real-time intervention nearly impossible,” the report warned. Cybersecurity experts warn that the fake CAPTCHA scams are not just a concern for big firms but also for regular users, as they are often disguised as part of login portals or app installations and target ordinary internet users who may not suspect foul play until their wallets are drained. “Bad actors take advantage of both the highs and lows of life,” said Ken Carnesi , CEO and co-founder of DNSFilter. “Any person at any organization has the same chance of encountering a malicious link. The standard cyber hygiene tips apply: use unique passwords, verify who you are ‘talking’ to before handing over credentials, and think before you click.” The rapid laundering process worsens the impact. Victims often discover the theft too late. Law enforcement agencies find it hard to trace the stolen funds across multiple blockchains. Experts note, however, that when cybersecurity firms intervene promptly, all or some of the stolen funds can still be recovered. “Speed is critical. Funds often can be recovered in whole or part if proper actions are taken within 24 to 72 hours,” Cameron G. Shilling, a cybersecurity expert, said in a publication . As hackers continue to shorten laundering times, the risks for victims are expected to grow. “The arms race between cybercriminals and defenders is accelerating,” Elliptic concluded. “Speed is now the hackers’ greatest weapon.”

Author: CryptoNews

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Faraday Future pivots to crypto and AI as car sales falter

Faraday Future pivots to crypto and AI as car sales falter

Struggling EV maker Faraday Future is pivoting to crypto to obtain funding for its core business.

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/19

SEC delays Truth Social Crypto ETF decision as political undertones loom

SEC delays Truth Social Crypto ETF decision as political undertones loom

While the SEC’s extended review of Truth Social’s Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF is procedural, it can be seen as a high-stakes balancing act for an agency caught between crypto innovation and politics. With Trump’s financial interests in the mix, the…

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/19

Hashrate Rebounds to 966 EH/s, Edging Within Striking Distance of a New Peak

Hashrate Rebounds to 966 EH/s, Edging Within Striking Distance of a New Peak

As bitcoin holds around $116,000 mark, the network’s hashrate is steadily pushing its way back toward record-breaking territory. Despite Revenue Loss, Bitcoin Miners Push Network Strength Back to Record-Breaking Levels After climbing to 976 exahash per second (EH/s), the network’s computing power slid back below the 900 EH/s threshold just four days later. As of […]

Author: Bitcoin.com News

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Can Pepe hit $0.01? The real PEPE price prediction 2030

Can Pepe hit $0.01? The real PEPE price prediction 2030

Hey, how do you feel about Pepe? Someone needs to tell this frog to calm down — the chart’s acting like it’s trying to speedrun the entire market cycle in a week. Today, we’re taking a shot at figuring out…

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/19

Altcoin Season Shock: These Three Coins Could Make Portfolios Pop – If Rotation Holds

Altcoin Season Shock: These Three Coins Could Make Portfolios Pop – If Rotation Holds

The altcoin season remains selective , but three names are capturing attention for different reasons. Chainlink provides infrastructure support, Pi draws speculative interest, and Solana benefits from ecosystem activity. Market conditions suggest traders are still cautious. Bitcoin dominance remains above 60%, and Ethereum flows continue to drive attention toward DeFi and Layer-2 networks. In that context, rotation into altcoins has been narrow, but tokens with liquidity, narratives, or active infrastructure use are beginning to stand out. Chainlink Holds Infrastructure Value Chainlink (LINK) is trading near $25 , with daily volume around $3.2 billion and a market cap close to $17.4 billion, according to CoinMarketCap. The token has gained about 15% over the past week. Analysts expect the August price range to stay between $15.90 and $18.10, with wider projections ranging from $26 to $32 by the end of the year. These figures come from sources like CoinCodex and Cryptopolitan, providing a consistent basis for the outlook. Today, @SergeyNazarov was featured on @Visa ’s Tokenized podcast: • Chainlink’s work with Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) • How policy changes are driving institutional adoption • How Chainlink is unlocking cross-border transactions for ANZ and Fidelity International And much… https://t.co/Wpb3KmWPFz — Chainlink (@chainlink) August 18, 2025 LINK’s role as a DeFi utility token underpins its steady movement. Its price action reflects usage trends like oracle demand rather than speculative cycles. Supply remains stable, and governance still anchors protocol behavior. Pi Coin Remains Speculative Pi (PI) is sitting near $0.36 , with volatility but no clear breakout. The trading range between $0.32 and $0.37 remains intact unless momentum pushes above the 20-day EMA, currently near $0.40. Forecasts see limited movement in the short term, with the RSI indicating that momentum has stalled. Pi’s activity derives from community attention and narrative rather than real-world utility. Despite occasional spikes, it continues to trade within a baseline range. Solana Gains on Activity Solana (SOL) trades close to $181, showing a mere 1% weekly gain. Daily volume exceeds $6.2 billion, and market value is near $98 billion. Exchange listings and on-chain metrics indicate growing developer activity across NFTs and DeFi. Solana Price (Source: CoinMarketCap) Technical indicators place support near $175–$185, and resistance levels lie in the $209–$213 zone. Some forecasters expect breakout moves if volume persists, though trading signs remain moderate. What That Means for Altcoin Season Chainlink rides practical infrastructure use, Pi offers a speculative angle, and Solana brings ecosystem depth. Each is drawing interest differently during this selective altseason. Rotations are not driven by hype. Instead, token flows align with usage patterns and ecosystem signs. As weekend liquidity arrives, volume and open interest patterns may confirm whether capital is shifting more broadly. If inflows continue, tokens favored in this scenario may receive proportionate attention. Chainlink’s price is linked to DeFi demand, Pi’s narrative traction, and Solana’s on-chain velocity offer distinct entry points. A broader altcoin season will likely follow if data supports rotation . Until then, these three provide insights into how capital is distributed in this phase—one token demonstrates infrastructure resilience, another speculative movement, and the third growing ecosystem activity.

Author: CryptoNews

2025/08/19

Funding Rates Flagged Crypto Pullback Before $400M Washout: QCP

Funding Rates Flagged Crypto Pullback Before $400M Washout: QCP

According to QCP’s latest Asia Colour analysis, digital asset markets faced a sharp sell-off, liquidating over $400 million in long positions as bitcoin fell from $118,000 to $115,000 and ether dropped from $4,500 to $4,300, according to analysis by QCP Capital. Pre-Jackson Hole Jitters Fuel Crypto Liquidation Event This heavy selling extends the recent drawdown, […]

Author: Bitcoin.com News

2025/08/19

Red alert: Shiba Inu price to crash as weighted funding rate sinks

Red alert: Shiba Inu price to crash as weighted funding rate sinks

Shiba Inu price has entered into a bear market after falling by 20% from its highest level this month, and is at risk of more downside after forming a risky pattern and as its funding rate slips. Shiba Inu (SHIB)…

Author: Crypto.news

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U.S. stocks waver as investors eye earnings, Fed symposium

U.S. stocks waver as investors eye earnings, Fed symposium

U.S. stocks opened the week on a muted note as momentum from the recent market rally appeared to pause ahead of the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole symposium. The S&P 500 opened 0.1% lower, while the blue-chip index Dow Jones Industrial…

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/18

Pepeto soars with zero-fee trading, cross-chain utility

Pepeto soars with zero-fee trading, cross-chain utility

XRP and Litecoin are strengthening, while Pepeto’s presale is gaining traction with zero-fee trading, cross-chain tools, and rising investor demand. #sponsored

Author: Crypto.news

2025/08/18

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