Google’s Managed Defense team has discovered that attackers are using popular VPN applications as a backdoor to spread Playfulghost malware. The malware is distributed through SEO poisoning, which involves manipulating search engine results to make the infected software appear legitimate. Once on a device, Playfulghost can remotely execute a range of activities such as keylogging, screenshot capturing, and audio capturing.
Federal firings and office closures create concerns for miners
Sweeping layoffs and federal office closures in the US are raising concerns about miner safety and health. Notably, 873 staff cuts are expected from the
