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Malware Campaign Targets Crypto Users with Fake MetaMask Wallet and Remote Access Backdoor

Gbhackers •Mayura Kathir • February 18, 2026

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North Korean Malware Campaign Targets Crypto Professionals with Fake Wallets North Korean threat actors have initiated a campaign named Contagious Interview, targeting IT professionals in the cryptocurrency, Web3, and AI sectors. The operation involves deploying remote access backdoors and trojanized MetaMask wallet extensions to steal digital assets from victims through fake job interview assessments. 2 sources 48

Malware Campaign Targets Crypto Users with Fake MetaMask Wallet and Remote Access Backdoor

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