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In 2025, stealing cryptocurrency has become easier than ever. Hackers no longer breach blockchains—they breach people. If you think SMS-based Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is enough security, I have bad news for you.
Let's break down the "gold standard" of security that will help you sleep soundly.
1. The "Cold" vs. "Hot" Rule
Your capital must be divided.
Cold Wallets (Ledger, Trezor, Keystone): Store 90% of your assets here that you don't plan to touch for months. This wallet is never connected to questionable DeFi protocols.Hot Wallets (MetaMask, Trust Wallet): Only for operational trading and minting NFTs. Keep only the amount you can afford to lose in the event of a protocol hack.
2. Seed Phrase: Your Only Key
Forget about screenshots, notes in iCloud, or files on Google Drive. In 2025, AI scanners can find seed phrases in cloud storage in seconds.
The Solution: Use only physical storage. A metal plate (Cryptosteel) or a good old-fashioned piece of paper in a safe. Divide the phrase into two parts and store them in different locations if the amount is substantial.
3. Digital Hygiene: The Deadly Traps
Approvals: When you connect your wallet to a new site, you often grant permission to withdraw an unlimited amount of your tokens. Regularly use services like Revoke.cash to revoke permissions from old protocols.SCAM Airdrops: Do you see "free" tokens worth $5000 in your wallet? It's bait. Attempting to swap them will prompt you to sign a transaction that empties your entire wallet. Never interact with tokens you didn't purchase.
4. An Exchange is Not a Bank
Binance is a great tool for trading, but storing 10 years' worth of savings there is a strategic mistake. Remember the old mantra: Not your keys, not your coins. Use exchanges for liquidity; use personal wallets for storage.
5. Account Protection: Ditch SMS
SMS confirmation is vulnerable to SIM swapping.
What to use: Only hardware security keys (YubiKey) or authenticator apps (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator). This eliminates 99% of phishing attempts.
My Verdict: Security in crypto is not a one-time action; it's a continuous process. Hackers only need you to slip up once. You have to be vigilant always.
📍 Your Checklist: Right now, check your approvals using Revoke.cash and change the password on the email associated with your exchange account.
What security rule do you consider the most important? Have you experienced attempted theft? Share your experience in the comments; perhaps your story will save someone's money today! 👇
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The U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), which oversees the design and maintenance of America’s nuclear weapons arsenal, has become one of the victims of a cyberattack targeting Microsoft SharePoint. The incident also affected several other key government agencies – and all signs point once again to China-linked hackers.

Microsoft Targeted Again – Along with the U.S. Nuclear Authority
The vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint was exploited on July 18, and according to a spokesperson from the Department of Energy, some systems were affected. Fortunately, due to widespread use of Microsoft 365 cloud services and robust cybersecurity measures, the damage was reportedly minimal, with only a few systems impacted – all of which are now being restored.
Representatives of the NNSA confirmed that no classified information was leaked during the incident. Still, the fact that someone managed to access infrastructure related to U.S. nuclear operations is highly concerning.

SharePoint – The Weak Link
The vulnerability only affected locally hosted SharePoint systems – not the cloud-based ones – which opened the door to this breach. The attack extended far beyond U.S. borders, hitting Middle Eastern and EU government systems as well. Other U.S. victims included the Department of Education, the Florida Department of Financial Services, and Rhode Island’s General Assembly.
Earlier reports revealed that hackers stole login credentials, tokens, and hash codes, potentially giving them access to sensitive internal systems.

China-Linked Groups Suspected
Microsoft has named several hacking groups believed to be backed by the Chinese government – specifically Violet Typhoon, Linen Typhoon, and Storm-2603. Cybersecurity firm Mandiant, owned by Google, stated that at least one attacker was very likely of Chinese origin.
U.S. cybersecurity agency CISA confirmed that the SharePoint vulnerability is being actively exploited. Microsoft has already released three updates to fix the issue.
The Chinese embassy in Washington responded by denying any involvement and warned against “groundless accusations.”

Microsoft Under Fire
Microsoft has become a repeated target of high-level cyberattacks in recent years. In 2021, a separate Chinese group called Hafnium breached systems via a vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server. After facing sharp criticism for its previous response, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella declared that cybersecurity is now the company’s top priority.
Recently, Microsoft also announced it would no longer rely on Chinese engineers for developing cloud services tied to the U.S. Department of Defense – following concerns that such arrangements may have enabled access to sensitive systems.

The Flaw Was First Discovered – by Ethical Hackers
Interestingly, the SharePoint vulnerability was first discovered in May during a hacking contest in Berlin organized by cybersecurity firm Trend Micro. The event offered $100,000 rewards for discovering zero-day vulnerabilities, demonstrating just how valuable – and dangerous – these flaws can be.

Summary: Another Security Blow for the U.S.
Although no classified data was leaked, confidence in government infrastructure has taken another hit. The NNSA was among several high-profile victims, and China-sponsored cyber threats continue to rise.
The U.S. once again finds itself needing to strengthen its cyber defenses – not just against foreign adversaries, but also against its own systemic vulnerabilities.

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Ransomware Attacks Surge, but Payouts Decline
Despite a significant rise in ransomware attacks in 2024, the total ransom payments from victims dropped by 35%, as more companies and individuals refused to comply with hackers' demands.
According to the Chainalysis Cybercrime Report, ransomware generated less revenue compared to the previous year, even though hacker activity intensified.
Declining Payouts Despite Increasing Attacks
🔹 Total ransomware payments in 2024 reached $813 million, down from a record $1.25 billion in 2023.
🔹 The first half of the year saw a 2.3% increase in successful extortion attempts.
🔹 The Dark Angels Group alone collected $75 million.
🔹 However, in the second half of the year, law enforcement efforts significantly disrupted ransomware operations.
Law Enforcement Crackdowns Disrupt Cybercrime Operations
🔹 Enhanced investigative techniques, sanctions, and asset seizures severely impacted cybercriminal networks.
🔹 The shutdown of the Russian crypto exchange Cryptex and Germany's crackdown on 47 Russian platforms weakened ransomware-related money laundering.
According to Jacqueline Burns Koven, Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence at Chainalysis, criminals became more cautious when moving funds through centralized exchanges (CEX). However, non-KYC platforms remain the preferred method for converting stolen crypto into fiat.

Ransomware Victims Increasingly Refuse to Pay
🔹 Less than 50% of ransomware attacks resulted in payouts.
🔹 Those who did comply paid up to $250,000 in ransom on average.
🔹 With improved tracking tools and stronger investigations, more victims chose not to pay, despite the growing frequency of attacks.
Cybercriminals Adapt to Heightened Security Measures
🔹 Hackers are evolving, developing new tactics to bypass security defenses and pressure victims into paying.
🔹 New ransomware variants are emerging, often derived from leaked, rebranded, or purchased code.
🔹 Attacks are now executed faster, with ransom negotiations starting within hours of data exfiltration.
Ransomware operations now range from state-sponsored hackers to ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) groups and independent cybercriminals. One of the most notable recent cases was the data theft from cloud service provider Snowflake.
While ransomware tactics continue to evolve, enhanced cybersecurity efforts and law enforcement actions are making it harder for cybercriminals to profit. 🚨

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