Firefox Users Beware: GreedyBear Scam Drains $1 Million with Malicious Extensions!
GreedyBear has unleashed 150 malicious Firefox extensions, swiping $1,000,000 from users by mimicking popular crypto wallets. Despite their removal, the scheme highlights how AI aids cybercriminals in creating large-scale attacks. Koi Security warns that GreedyBear may soon target Chrome users as well. Always verify extensions before installation to avoid becoming prey.
Hot Take:
Who knew that crypto wallets could have more drama than a reality TV show? Mozilla’s add-on store has turned into the Wild West with ‘GreedyBear’ extensions lurking in the shadows, ready to swipe your digital gold faster than you can say “blockchain.” Maybe it’s time for Firefox to add a “Wanted” poster section to their store!
Key Points:
- ‘GreedyBear’ campaign steals over $1,000,000 via malicious Firefox extensions.
- Impersonates popular cryptocurrency wallets like MetaMask and TronLink.
- Uses keylogger to capture wallet credentials and IP addresses.
- Connected to a network of Russian-speaking pirated software websites.
- Potential expansion to Chrome Web Store spotted by Koi Security.
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