Careful! This new malware targets MetaMask and 40 other crypto walletsCalled “Ma…

Called “Mars Stealer”, this malware improves its power to steal information on Oski-Trojan 2019.

The malware targets more than 40 browser-based crypto wallets, as well as the popular two-factor authentication (2FA) extension, with a capture feature that steals users’ private keys.

Source:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/hodlers-beware-new-malware-targets-metamask-and-40-other-crypto-wallets

“Mars Stealer can be deployed through multiple channels such as file-hosting websites, torrent clients and other illicit downloads.

The malware targets files that store sensitive information such as crypto wallet address information and private keys. Then exit the system by removing all presence once the flight is over.

Hackers are currently selling Mars Stealer for $140 on Dark Web forums.