Apple Mac Users Warned About âCthulhu Stealerâ Malware Targeting Crypto Wallets
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The Cthulhu Stealer malware masquerades as legitimate software.
Cybersecurity firm Cado Security has warned Apple Mac users regarding a new malware variant named âCthulhu Stealer,â which is designed to steal personal information and target cryptocurrency wallets.
In a recent report, Cado Security highlighted the growing threat to macOS users.
âWhile MacOS has a reputation for being secure, macOS malware has been trending up in recent years,â the firm stated.
Cthulhu Stealer Masquerades as Legitimate Software
The Cthulhu Stealer malware masquerades as legitimate software, such as CleanMyMac or Adobe GenP, appearing in the form of an Apple disk image (DMG).
Once users download and open this file, they are prompted to enter their password through macOSâs command-line tool, which runs AppleScript and JavaScript.
After the initial password is entered, the malware prompts for a second password, specifically targeting the Ethereum wallet MetaMask.
Once Cthulhu Stealer gains access, it stores the stolen data in text files and proceeds to fingerprint the victimâs system, collecting information such as IP address and operating system version.
âThe main functionality of Cthulhu Stealer is to steal credentials and cryptocurrency wallets from various stores, including game accounts,â Tara Gould, a researcher at Cado Security, said.
Cthulhu Stealer shares similarities with another piece of malware called Atomic Stealer, which was discovered in 2023 targeting Apple computers
Gould suggests that the developer behind Cthulhu Stealer likely modified Atomic Stealerâs code to create this new strain
The malware has been rented out to affiliates for $500 per month through the Telegram messaging platform, with profits shared among the developers
However, recent disputes over payments have reportedly caused the main scammers to disappear, leading to accusations of an exit scam
The rise of Cthulhu Stealer and other similar threats, like the AMOS malware.
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$FET - Price analysis: Buyers are back đ
Daily prices are neutral, but I see a bullish consolidation đ
Last bullish weekly close! [4th chart]. This indicates strong potential for a long-term trend reversal!
The current price is also consolidating just below the main daily downtrend!
According to my charts, I think we should see a breakout with a nice pump towards $1,750 - $1,800, which corresponds to the golden pocket resistance!đ [+20% from here!]
Breaking the 150-day downtrend should free up a huge volume of buyers!đ
đŽImportant resistances:
0.1460$ (small) - 0.1550$ (hidden / strong) - 0.1640$ - 0.1700$
đąImportant supports:
0.1280 - 0.1220 - 0.1150 $
For the moment, there's no sign of weakness in the short/medium-term trend, but I'd remain cautious about buying below the big resistance!
I'd advise against big levers!
In the event of strong rejection, an interesting zone to watch is the $0.1200 level.
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đąSHORTS: $24.21M
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Argentina to Include Ethereum and Blockchain in High School Curricula
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The country will also launch an online Solidity course.
The Ministry of Education of the City of Buenos Aires has partnered with the ETH Kipu Foundation to introduce Ethereum and blockchain technology into the high school curriculum.
The initiative, which positions Argentina ahead of its Latin American peers, aims to equip students with the skills necessary to thrive in the emerging tech economy.
Beginning August 27, high school students in Buenos Aires will have the opportunity to engage in professional internships focused on blockchain projects.
Argentina to Launch Online Solidity Course
In addition to the in-school programs, the partnership includes the development of an online Solidity course, a programming language used to develop Ethereum applications.
The course will be available to 500 students aged 18 and older, providing them with the tools to become active participants in the Ethereum development community.
The training is expected to pave the way for young Argentines to develop applications that can be integrated into local business operations, potentially boosting the countryâs economic prospects.
To ensure the success of the initiative, the ETH Kipu Foundation has also committed to training 30 teachers through a hybrid training program focused on Ethereum and blockchain technology.
While there is no information yet on whether this program will be expanded to other cities or provinces in Argentina, the current efforts mark a significant step forward in the countryâs embrace of digital innovation.
Paula D., co-founder of the ETH Kipu Foundation, expressed optimism about the programâs potential impact.
âBy integrating Ethereum education into high schools, weâre not just teaching students about technologyâweâre giving them the tools to shape the future,â she said.
âThis initiative will open up new career opportunities for young people and place Argentina at the forefront of the global blockchain movement.â
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The LTC/USDT pair is currently trading around 64.07, showing a minor consolidation after a recent downward movement. The price is struggling to stay above the 200-period Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 65.25, which is acting as a dynamic resistance, indicating that the overall trend is bearish. The Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) is at 64.28, suggesting that the price is hovering around its average trading level, signaling indecisiveness in the market.
Indicators:
RSI (Relative Strength Index): The RSI is currently at 38.97, which is in the bearish territory, indicating that the selling pressure is stronger than the buying pressure. This suggests that the market is in a bearish sentiment with no immediate signs of reversal.
MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence): The MACD is showing a bearish crossover with the MACD line below the signal line and a negative histogram, suggesting continued bearish momentum. However, the histogram is relatively flat, indicating a lack of strong selling pressure.
Bullish Scenario:
If the price manages to sustain above the VWAP level at 64.28 and break through the 200-period SMA at 65.25, it could signal a potential short-term bullish reversal towards the next resistance zone around 68.00. A successful breakout above this level, especially with increased trading volume, could push the price further towards 70.00 or higher.
Bearish Scenario:
On the downside, if the price fails to hold above the VWAP level and drops below the immediate support at 63.00, it could revisit the lower support zone around 60.00. A break below this level could confirm a continuation of the bearish trend, targeting further downside towards 55.00 or lower.
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đ **Crypto Market Update: Bullish Sentiment Despite Volatility!**
đč **QCP Capital Insights**: After the Jackson Hole meeting, QCP Capital notes a rise in call option spread buying and call option selling with a $100,000 strike price until March 2025. This suggests a bullish long-term outlook for crypto, even if short-term growth remains modest.
đč **Market Trends**: Despite rising spot prices, BTC and ETH implied volatility favors put options until October, hinting at market uncertainty. BTC prices are expected to fluctuate between $62,000 and $67,000.
đč **Current Prices**: Bitcoin trades at $63,816, slightly down by 0.13%. Ethereum is at $2,734, down by 0.86%.
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