This data-stealing malware has returned with new attacks and nasty upgraded features | #CyberSecurity #Scranos | ICT Security-Sécurité PC et Internet | Scoop.it

The group behind a malware campaign targeting both Windows and Android devices in an adware operation across both Europe and the US have altered its attack techniques and added new payloads including a cryptominer and a Trojan in an apparent bid to make more money from infected devices.

Details of the multi-functional Scranos malware first emerged in April but shortly afterwards, the operators lost their main mechanism of persistence and disguise when their illicit use of Authenticode certificates was revoked.

But that hasn't stopped the cyber criminal campaign, because in the space of just a few weeks, Scranos has already updated its attack methods in an attempt to rebuild their botnet.

 

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