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FBI: North Korean hackers have stolen $400 million in crypto over last 18 months

FBI: North Korean hackers have stolen $400 million in crypto over last 18 months

Summary

North Korean hackers stole more than $400 million in cryptocurrency over 18 months using a scheme called FaceStealer. The scheme targeted people in the cryptocurrency industry with fake video-conferencing platforms, secretly recorded webcam videos, and computer intrusions.

Key Facts

  • North Korean hackers stole more than $400 million in cryptocurrency over 18 months.
  • The scheme is called FaceStealer.
  • The hackers targeted people working in the cryptocurrency industry.
  • The scheme used fake versions of video-conferencing platforms.
  • The scheme involved secretly recorded webcam videos.
  • The hackers also used computer intrusions.
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