LastPass 2022 breach enables years of cryptocurrency thefts

A 2022 data breach at password manager LastPass has resulted in prolonged cryptocurrency thefts, according to blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs. The incident involved stolen user vaults that facilitated around $35 million in losses extending into 2025.

The 2022 breach at LastPass, a popular password management service, compromised user vaults containing sensitive information. This data was exploited by cybercriminals, leading to a series of cryptocurrency thefts that persisted for years. Blockchain analysis company TRM Labs has determined that these stolen credentials enabled approximately $35 million in crypto-related losses, with activities continuing through 2025.

TRM Labs' investigation highlights how the breach provided attackers with access to cryptocurrency wallets and exchange accounts. The firm's findings underscore the long-term risks of data breaches in the cybersecurity landscape, where initial compromises can fuel extended criminal operations. No specific details on the number of affected victims or the exact methods of theft were disclosed in the report.

This case serves as a reminder of the vulnerabilities in password storage solutions and the importance of robust security measures in the digital asset space. As cryptocurrency adoption grows, such incidents emphasize the need for ongoing vigilance against credential-based attacks.

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North Korea steals record $2 billion in cryptocurrency in 2025

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North Korean hackers stole a record $2.02 billion in cryptocurrency in 2025, according to a new Chainalysis report, surpassing the previous year's haul by 51 percent and bringing their total to $6.75 billion. The thefts, which accounted for 60 percent of the global total of $3.4 billion stolen, were driven by fewer but larger attacks, including a $1.5 billion breach of the Dubai-based Bybit exchange in February. Experts attribute the success to sophisticated tactics like embedding IT workers in crypto firms and impersonating recruiters.

Following the 2022 LastPass data breach, blockchain firm TRM Labs has tied over $35 million in stolen cryptocurrency to Russian cybercriminals, detailing sophisticated laundering via mixers and exchanges persisting into late 2025.

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A cryptocurrency investor lost over $282 million in Bitcoin and Litecoin after scammers impersonated Trezor support to steal a recovery seed phrase. The theft, revealed on January 16, 2026, by investigator ZachXBT, involved 1,459 Bitcoin and 2.05 million Litecoin stolen on January 10. The attacker laundered funds through Thorchain and converted them to Monero, causing the privacy coin's price to surge 36%.

Physical assaults known as wrench attacks against cryptocurrency holders are increasing in number and severity, according to recent analyses. These incidents correlate with fluctuations in crypto market values, prompting calls for enhanced personal security measures. While overall risks to individual holders may be decreasing, the trend highlights vulnerabilities in self-custody practices.

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Cybercriminals have compromised trusted Linux applications on the Snap Store by seizing expired domains, allowing them to push malware that steals cryptocurrency recovery phrases. Security experts from SlowMist and Ubuntu contributor Alan Pope highlighted the attack, which targets established publisher accounts to distribute malicious updates impersonating popular wallets. Canonical has removed the affected snaps, but calls for stronger safeguards persist.

Crypto analytics firm TRM Labs has achieved a $1 billion valuation following a $70 million Series C funding round led by Blockchain Capital. The investment comes amid rising demand for tools to combat illicit crypto activities and AI-driven fraud. Founded in 2018, the company provides blockchain transaction tracing software to governments and financial institutions.

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A former customer service agent at Coinbase has been arrested in India in connection with a major security breach. The incident, disclosed in May, involved hackers bribing support staff to access sensitive customer data and demanding a $20 million ransom. Coinbase estimates remediation costs could reach $400 million.

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