Mars Stealer: New Malware That Can Steal Your NFTs
To long-time crypto holders, the idea of a crypto hack is nothing new. Whether it’s Mt. Gox or the more recent $320 million DeFi hack, exchanges and wallets have always been at risk of cyber theft. But now a powerful new malware is on the rise, and it’s targeting your cryptocurrency holdings.
Dubbed Mars Stealer, this new malware is an advanced upgrade of the Oski Trojan discovered in 2019. It has the ability to steal crypto stored in your wallet by attacking the wallet’s browser extensions. So far, it has been found to attack 40+ different browser-based wallets.
What’s particularly concerning about Mars Stealer is its ability to navigate the wallet’s security features. For example, it can use a “grabber function” to steal private keys even if 2FA is enabled. This makes it a particularly dangerous threat for anyone holding crypto assets.
Who’s at risk?
So far the primary victims of this malware include:
Browser extensions:
Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, Kometa, Amigo, Torch, Orbitium, Comodo Dragon, Nichrome, Maxxthon5, Maxxthon6, Sputnik Browser, Epic Privacy Browser, Vivaldi, CocCoc, Uran Browser, QIP Surf, Cent Browser, Elements Browser, TorBro Browser, CryptoTab Browser, Brave, Opera Stable, Opera GX, Opera Neon, Firefox, SlimBrowser, PaleMoon, Waterfox, CyberFox, BlackHawk, IceCat, K-Meleon, Thunderbird.
Crypto extensions:
TronLink, MetaMask, Binance Chain Wallet, Yoroi, Nifty Wallet, Math Wallet, Coinbase Wallet, Guarda, EQUAL Wallet, Jaox Liberty, BitAppWllet, iWallet, Wombat, MEW CX, Guild Wallet, Saturn Wallet, Ronin Wallet, Neoline, Clover Wallet, Liquality Wallet, Terra Station, Keplr, Sollet, Auro Wallet, Polymesh Wallet, ICONex, Nabox Wallet, KHC, Temple, TezBox Cyano Wallet, Byone, OneKey, Leaf Wallet, DAppPlay, BitClip, Steem Keychain, Nash Extension.
Crypto wallets:
Bitcoin Core, Ethereum, Electrum, Electrum LTC, Exodus, Electron Cash, MultiDoge, JAXX, Atomic, Binance, Coinomi.
2FA plugins:
Authenticator, Authy, EOS Authenticator, GAuth Authenticator, Trezor Password Manager.
How to stay safe
If you’re concerned about the risk of being hacked, there are a few things you can do to protect yourself.
Firstly, be cautious about which wallets you use and make sure they are reputable and well-reviewed. Secondly, make sure to enable all additional authentication options on all of your wallets, as this will help to protect your assets in the event of a hack. Finally, always keep backup copies of your wallet files and private keys safe and secure.
At this time, it’s unclear how widespread the Mars Stealer malware is or how many people have been affected. But it’s important to be aware of the risks and take steps to protect yourself and your assets.
The safest option
Mars Stealer takes advantage of digital wallets that do not have crypto assets in cold storage. So if you want to store your assets in a digital safe, the safest option is to use a wallet that offers offline storage. This will keep your assets safe from any potential attacks.
The simplest form of cold storage is to use a paper wallet. If you want to store a larger amount of crypto assets, you may want to consider using a hardware wallet. Hardware wallets are physical devices that store your private keys offline and offer added security against digital threats.
Why risks are increasing
As the value of crypto assets continues to increase, so does the potential for cyber theft. And with new malware like Mars Stealer on the rise, the risks are increasing exponentially. So it’s more important than ever to take steps to protect yourself and your assets.
By following the tips listed above, you can help to safeguard your holdings against potential attacks. And if you’re concerned about the security of your wallet, be sure to consult with the wallet’s provider to see what steps they are taking to protect their users.
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