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Crypto’s Newest Threat: Android Devices At Risk As US And UK Intel Agencies Raise Alarm

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The crypto space, long viewed as particularly vulnerable to cyber criminals due to its nascent stage, faces fresh malware threats. A recent joint report from top intelligence agencies in the United States and the United Kingdom underscores this ongoing cyber tug-of-war.

The joint advisory, which encompasses a significant international collaboration, alarms the emergence of a newly identified malware, “Infamous Chisel,” that threatens Android device users in the crypto user base.

Unmasking The ‘Infamous Chisel’

Piercing deeper into the report’s findings, the roots of this malware can be traced back to the clandestine activities of Sandworm. This cyber warfare unit, believed to function under the aegis of the GRU – Russia’s military intelligence agency- has previously gained notoriety in cyber espionage.

Notably, the report was issued by esteemed agencies, including the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

Their recent endeavors reportedly target Android devices specifically used by the Ukrainian military. Using “Infamous Chisel,” Sandworm’s objective appears to be pulling out critical information from affected mobile units.

Interestingly, according to the report, the malware’s reach isn’t limited to military targets. Key players within the crypto space, notably platforms such as Binance, Coinbase, and the Trust Wallet application, have also been identified as targets.

The report underscores

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Author: Samuel Edyme

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