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In recent crypto news, cryptocurrency traders are being targeted in a malware campaign spreading through Reddit, according to a new warning from cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes. The attack distributes malicious versions of the popular trading platform TradingView. It consists of separate variants designed to compromise both Windows and Mac systems. The malware operators are posting in cryptocurrency trading subreddits, offering supposedly “cracked” versions of TradingView Premium that claim to provide free access to premium features. These posts include download links to infected software packages containing Lumma Stealer for Windows users and Atomic Stealer (AMOS) for Mac users. These are two powerful malware families designed to steal sensitive data with a particular focus on cryptocurrency wallets. Social Engineering Tactics Used on Reddit The hackers have developed a social engineering approach on Reddit, where they not only create initial posts offering the “cracked” software but actively engage with potential victims in the comment threads. This interaction includes reassuring responses to users who express security concerns. In one example shared by Malwarebytes, when the subject of security was raised, the original poster commented that “a real virus on a Mac would be wild.” Source: Malwarebytes The malicious downloads are hosted on a website. The website belonged to a Dubai cleaning company—rather than common file-sharing services like Mega. Malwarebytes researchers note this unusual choice may indicate the attackers have compromised the site or have direct control over it. This allows them to “upload and update their code directly via a server they control.” Another red flag identified in the campaign is the distribution method of the malicious files. Both the Windows and Mac versions are distributed as double-zipped archives with password protection. Crypto News: Technical Analysis Reveals Powerful Data-Stealing Capabilities Malwarebytes’ analysis of both malware variants shows capabilities designed specifically to target cryptocurrency users. The…

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