Google discovers ‘invisible’ malware that hides online and steals your money

Researchers say North Korean hackers are using a new trick to bypass all safeguards.

A new kind of cyberattack

Google’s security team has uncovered a stealth technique that hides malware in places security tools can’t see.

Who’s behind it

The method is used by UNC5342, a North Korean hacking group already linked to cryptocurrency theft.

The invisible infection

Instead of downloading malware from a website, attackers conceal it in layers of online code that look harmless.

How it spreads

They hack legitimate websites and insert small pieces of code that activate automatically when someone visits.

No trace left behind

The attack doesn’t create visible downloads or logs, making it nearly impossible to detect or remove.

What happens next

Once triggered, the malware can steal passwords, drain crypto wallets, or lock data for ransom.

Why it’s so effective

Without a central server to track, security teams can’t easily block or shut down the source.

A link to crypto thefts

Investigators have connected this method to several recent cryptocurrency heists.

Google’s warning

The company urges users to keep software updated and avoid unfamiliar websites, even if they look legitimate.

Expert concern

Cybersecurity researchers warn that invisible infections like this could mark a new era of undetectable malware.

The bigger threat

If such methods spread, criminals could hide attacks anywhere online — and traditional defences might never see them.

This article is made and published by Asger Risom, who may have used AI in the preparation