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Hackers Hide XMRig Miner in Windows Registry, PNG and WAV Files to Evade Detection

Cybersecurity NewsSeptember 21, 20264 min read

Hackers are using a layered Windows malware chain to run an XMRig cryptocurrency miner while keeping its key parts out of sight. The operation hides code in the Windows Registry, a PNG image, and files that appear to be ordinary WAV audio, making routine checks less useful. The attack begins with a PowerShell script that […] The post Hackers Hide XMRig Miner in Windows Registry, PNG and WAV Files to Evade Detection appeared first on Cyber Security News.

Hackers are using a layered Windows malware chain to run an XMRig cryptocurrency miner while keeping its key parts out of sight. The operation hides code in the Windows Registry, a PNG image, and files that appear to be ordinary WAV audio, making routine checks less useful. The attack begins with a PowerShell script that retrieves an encoded next stage from a Registry value. It then uses DNS TXT records to find a download location for…

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