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North Korea is hiding malware in GitHub projectsThe projects are then sent to developers as a coding testBeaverTail malware is then used to steal credentials and cryptoFreelance software developers are the latest target of North Korean hackers looking to spread infostealing malware, experts have warned.The latest campaign, identified by ESET as DeceptiveDevelopment, involves the hackers posing as recruiters on social media to target freelance developers working on cryptocurrency projects.The main aim of the attacks is to steal cryptocurrency, likely in an effort to supplement North Korea’s income.Crypto theft and cyber espionageThe attackers copy or create personas of recruiters, and will…
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There was the low-fat craze of the 1990s and 2000s. The ‘10s rolled in with celery juice, Impossible burgers, and truffle oil on everything—followed by whipped coffee, feta pasta, and the gazillion other viral #foodtok moments of the current decade. Try to keep up with the latest food trends, and you’re in for a quite a ride.There’s nothing wrong with opting into the (literal) flavor of the month—but when it comes to nutrition, it’s worth paying special attention to the foods and drinks that have lasted longer than a season. For registered dietitian Lauren Manaker, MS, RDN, LD, kombucha is…
If you are just starting out looking to invest and have a limited amount of money, you may be wondering where the best place is to start. Instead of investing in individual stocks, I’d suggest beginning with an exchange-traded fund (ETF). ETFs are a portfolio of investments, so they give you instant diversity as opposed to investing in a single company. For beginner investors and seasoned ones too, I like ETFs from investment company Vanguard. It is the king of index funds and has long been known for its low fees. Since ETFs include a portfolio of companies, they have…
A new malware campaign targeting freelance developers has been using deceptive job advertisements to trick them into downloading malicious software disguised as legitimate tools. The campaign primarily spreads through GitHub repositories and relies on freelancers’ eagerness to secure remote work opportunities. The attackers pose as reputable companies, offering freelance developers attractive job opportunities. To make their deception convincing, they set up fake websites and distribute malicious software under the guise of professional development tools. Once downloaded, the malware can compromise the victim’s system, allowing attackers to steal credentials or install additional payloads. ESET researchers have linked the campaign to a…
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The IRS will lay off roughly 7,000 workers in Washington and around the country beginning Thursday, a person familiar with the plans told The Associated Press.The layoffs affect probationary employees with roughly one year or less of service at the agency and largely include workers in compliance departments, according to the person, who was not authorized to disclose the plans and spoke on condition of anonymity Wednesday. Compliance work includes ensuring that taxpayers are abiding by the tax code, filing their returns and paying their taxes, among other duties.The layoffs are part of the Trump administration’s intensified…