Cybersecurity researchers at McAfee have uncovered a sophisticated banking Trojan that leverages GitHub repositories to maintain persistence when its command servers are taken down. The Astaroth malware specifically targets South American users, stealing both banking and cryptocurrency credentials through sophisticated keylogging techniques. This represents a new evolution in how cybercriminals are abusing legitimate development platforms for malicious purposes.
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John McAfee, the controversial cybersecurity pioneer and cryptocurrency advocate, faced numerous legal troubles, including tax evasion and allegations of promoting fraudulent ICOs. After his arrest in Spain in 2020, he was found dead in his prison cell, ruled a suicide. His legacy remains complex, marked by eccentricity, conspiracy theories, and a significant impact on the early crypto industry.
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Janice Elizabeth McAfee has launched AIntivirus (AINTI), an AI-themed meme coin, to honor her late husband, John McAfee. While some in the crypto community celebrate the initiative, concerns have arisen over the token’s distribution, with 90% of its supply reportedly allocated to insiders before launch, leading to significant sell-offs shortly after. McAfee, a notable figure in cybersecurity and crypto advocacy, passed away in 2021 while facing legal issues.
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