Echelon malware threats crypto wallets through Telegram. Criminals have increasingly turned to use blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in the past few years in order to generate huge profits.
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered evidence that malicious actors have now been using Echelon malware with the auto-download functionality of the Telegram Messenger app.
Warning ❗️ An attack on thematic @telegram crypto chats ongoing now. The attackers use an account named "Smokes Night" to spread Echelon malware by dropping a file into the chat room.
TLDR: Disable auto-downloading in Telegram settings right now.
👇 See the thread below 👇
— CIA Officer (@officer_cia) December 25, 2021
Echelon malware can automatically be downloaded
This malicious software poses a huge threat to Telegram users who depend on the application’s built-in automatic download feature. Once a file is received, the malware is automatically downloaded to the device without the user’s knowledge.
After that, victims are not required to run or shut down any apps; the virus will simply be able to access the computer’s footprint and take screenshots.
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The malware file is titled “Smokes Night” and cybersecurity experts have warned that individuals should exercise caution when dealing with this malware. It has the ability to steal information from non-custodial crypto wallet accounts as well, and you should turn off the auto-download function on your Telegram profile.
