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Digmine bypasses the Chrome web store,
which extensions have to go through, using
a command-line interface.
Once active on a victim’s computer, it
uses its resources to mine the privacy-centric
cryptocurrency. This, then, makes the PC
feel sluggish and forces its fans to spin at an
unusually loud level. The effects are similar
to those caused by JavaScript-based miners,
such as Coinhive and Cryptoloot.
Staying safe
After finding Digmine, Trend Micro
quickly contacted Facebook, which removed
most links associated with it. The social
network released a statement:
“We maintain a number of automated
systems to help stop harmful links and
files from appearing on Facebook and in
Messenger. If we suspect your computer is
infected with malware, we will provide you
with a free anti-virus scan from our trusted
partners. We share tips on how to stay secure
and links to these scanners on facebook.
com/help.”
To avoid infection on social networks,
enable your account’s privacy settings, avoid
unsolicited messages, and avoid suspicious
links. The malware’s authors can upgrade it
to hijack Facebook accounts down the line,
experts note.
The Monero mining craze has gotten
so big, bad actors already hijacked the
CBS-owned Showtime websites to mine
using visitor’s CPUs. Moreover, it forced
Cloudflare to crack down on websites that
didn’t ask for user permission.
Francisco Memoria
[email protected]
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