Microsoft warns of banking malware targeting German speakers

Microsoft has warned of a new variant of a banking malware that appears to be targeting German speakers, according to PC World.

The malware is a variant of Emotet, which can detect banking credentials over encrypted HTTPS connections, tapping into eight network APIs. This latest version seems to be targeting predominantly German users for the time being, according to HeungSoo Kang of Microsoft’s Malware Protection Center.

Microsoft warns of banking malware targeting German speakers