- Microsoft Defender ATP uncovered that some 80,000 computers have been infected by a new cryptocurrency-stealing malware.
- The malicious code it able to hijack legitimate system processes to disguise its nefarious activity.
The research team at the Microsoft Defender ATP has recently shared their insights on a new cryptocurrency-stealing malware variant, which has reported to have infected some 80,000 computers.
Microsoft security analysts uncovered that the malware, known as Dexphot, had already infected close to 80,000 devices since October 2018, reaching its peak in the month of June of this year.
In terms of the malicious code it is suggested to hijack legitimate system processes to disguise its nefarious activity. It has the ultimate goal of running a cryptocurrency miner on the infected device.
The report detailed:
“Dexphot is not the type of attack that generates mainstream media attention; it’s one of the countless malware campaigns that are active at any given time. Its goal is a very common one in cybercriminal circles “” to install a coin miner that silently steals computer resources and generates revenue for the attackers.”
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