Microsoft has warned crypto users that a new remote access trojan (RAT) is targeting crypto wallets stored in a Google Chrome extension. The malware, known as StilachiRAT, is able to steal any users information that is stored on the browser, raising significant concerns about the overall security of digital assets, which themselves are meant to be much more secure than alternative forms of currency.
On March 17, Microsoft’s Response Team revealed that they had known about the malware since November 2024, and, after gathering information, have made the decision to make the discovery public. The primary concern here is the nature of the information the malware may be able to exploit. Through monitoring keyboard activity, it could extract passkeys to various wallets, leading to the theft of crypto funds.
The news has drawn attention to the wider security issues currently facing the crypto world. Microsoft suggests that crypto users should take extra precautions, such as
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