There are increasing warnings for cryptocurrency users about hacking programs targeting them through TradingView, a popular platform for technical analysis and trading. This is often done through malicious indicators or modified Pine Script scripts, which may contain harmful codes designed to steal API keys, login data, or even execute unauthorized transactions.
How is hacking done?
1. Malicious Indicators: Some indicators available on TradingView may contain hidden codes that send user data to hackers.
2. Fake Pine Script Scripts: Scripts are promoted claiming to generate significant profits, but they contain harmful codes that compromise trading accounts.
3. Phishing Links: External links may be posted in comments or chats on TradingView, leading to fake sites that ask you to log in, allowing your data to be stolen.
4. Malicious Browser Extensions: Some extensions claiming to enhance the trading experience may be designed to steal your information.
How to protect yourself?
Do not trust any unknown script or untrusted indicator.
Use two-factor authentication (2FA) on all trading accounts.
Do not enter your API keys on any unofficial site or script.
Download tools only from official or trusted sources.
Manually check Pine Script codes before running them in your account.
Do not click on suspicious links within TradingView or any other trading platform.