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Enhancing Digital Security: A Shared Responsibility.
In today's digital landscape, the importance of robust security measures cannot be overstated. A recent reminder to the community highlighted a crucial principle: security is a shared responsibility. While platforms and service providers dedicate significant resources to safeguarding assets through initiatives like SAFU funds and advanced monitoring systems, the end-user's vigilance remains a critical line of defense.
The call to action emphasizes simple yet highly effective practices: enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and maintaining a sharp awareness of phishing attempts. 2FA adds an essential layer of security by requiring a second form of verification in addition to a password, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access. Simultaneously, staying alert to phishing — fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity — is paramount. Phishing scams are constantly evolving, making continuous vigilance necessary for all users.
Ultimately, the safety of digital assets hinges on a collaborative effort. Platforms provide the infrastructure and protection, but users must actively participate in securing their own accounts. This partnership ensures that collective digital security remains strong against evolving threats.
#Cybersecurity #2FA #Phishing #SAFU #DigitalSafety
@SaleeM_MeYo
In today's digital landscape, the importance of robust security measures cannot be overstated. A recent reminder to the community highlighted a crucial principle: security is a shared responsibility. While platforms and service providers dedicate significant resources to safeguarding assets through initiatives like SAFU funds and advanced monitoring systems, the end-user's vigilance remains a critical line of defense.
The call to action emphasizes simple yet highly effective practices: enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and maintaining a sharp awareness of phishing attempts. 2FA adds an essential layer of security by requiring a second form of verification in addition to a password, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorized access. Simultaneously, staying alert to phishing — fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity — is paramount. Phishing scams are constantly evolving, making continuous vigilance necessary for all users.
Ultimately, the safety of digital assets hinges on a collaborative effort. Platforms provide the infrastructure and protection, but users must actively participate in securing their own accounts. This partnership ensures that collective digital security remains strong against evolving threats.
#Cybersecurity #2FA #Phishing #SAFU #DigitalSafety
@SaleeM_MeYo
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked #CyberSecurity
🚨🔓 Scroll Co-Founder’s X Account Hacked — Market On Alert
🗓️ Jan 25, 2026
@CryptoNews
Co-founder of Scroll had their X account compromised
Attack used advanced phishing
Triggered fast fear across the crypto community ⚠️
😬 Why It Matters
Trusted accounts = market movers
One hacked post can spark panic or fake narratives
This isn’t isolated — attacks on crypto leaders are rising
🛡️ Quick Safety Reminder
Enable 2FA everywhere
Never click rushed links
Verify announcements twice
🧠 Human take:
If founders can get hacked, everyone needs to level up security.
➡️ Volatility may spike short-term. Stay sharp, not scared.
$BEAMX
$WIN
$BANANA
#CryptoNews #security #phishing 🔐🟠
🚨🔓 Scroll Co-Founder’s X Account Hacked — Market On Alert
🗓️ Jan 25, 2026
@CryptoNews
Co-founder of Scroll had their X account compromised
Attack used advanced phishing
Triggered fast fear across the crypto community ⚠️
😬 Why It Matters
Trusted accounts = market movers
One hacked post can spark panic or fake narratives
This isn’t isolated — attacks on crypto leaders are rising
🛡️ Quick Safety Reminder
Enable 2FA everywhere
Never click rushed links
Verify announcements twice
🧠 Human take:
If founders can get hacked, everyone needs to level up security.
➡️ Volatility may spike short-term. Stay sharp, not scared.
$BEAMX
$WIN
$BANANA
#CryptoNews #security #phishing 🔐🟠
⚡️ $48M IN BTC LOST TO PHISHING ⚡️
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🚨 SOUTH KOREA GOVERNMENT REKT 🚨
One employee clicked a fake link
$48 MILLION in seized Bitcoin GONE 💀
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📊 WHAT HAPPENED:
💻 Fake website phishing scam
🔑 Employee entered credentials
💰 70 billion won vanished
📁 Passwords stored on USB drives
🏛️ Gwangju Prosecutors Office exposed
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🔥 THE IRONY:
Governments regulate crypto ❌
Can't even protect their own ❌
Second loss in 4 years 💀
Amateur security protocols 🤦
Meanwhile they tell YOU crypto is risky 😂
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💡 THE LESSON:
NOT YOUR KEYS, NOT YOUR COINS ✅
Self-custody with education beats
Government custody with USB passwords 💎
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🎯 PROTECT YOURSELF:
Never click suspicious links ✅
Use hardware wallets ✅
Enable 2FA ✅
Double-check URLs ✅
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💬 Your reaction?
😂 = Embarrassing
🔐 = Self-custody gang
💎 = Not your keys squad
👇 Comment below 👇
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#bitcoin $BTC #CryptoSecurity #phishing #SouthKorea #dyor
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✅ VERIFIED | 🔐 STAY SAFE
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🚨 SOUTH KOREA GOVERNMENT REKT 🚨
One employee clicked a fake link
$48 MILLION in seized Bitcoin GONE 💀
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
📊 WHAT HAPPENED:
💻 Fake website phishing scam
🔑 Employee entered credentials
💰 70 billion won vanished
📁 Passwords stored on USB drives
🏛️ Gwangju Prosecutors Office exposed
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
🔥 THE IRONY:
Governments regulate crypto ❌
Can't even protect their own ❌
Second loss in 4 years 💀
Amateur security protocols 🤦
Meanwhile they tell YOU crypto is risky 😂
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
💡 THE LESSON:
NOT YOUR KEYS, NOT YOUR COINS ✅
Self-custody with education beats
Government custody with USB passwords 💎
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
🎯 PROTECT YOURSELF:
Never click suspicious links ✅
Use hardware wallets ✅
Enable 2FA ✅
Double-check URLs ✅
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
💬 Your reaction?
😂 = Embarrassing
🔐 = Self-custody gang
💎 = Not your keys squad
👇 Comment below 👇
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#bitcoin $BTC #CryptoSecurity #phishing #SouthKorea #dyor
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✅ VERIFIED | 🔐 STAY SAFE
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked 🚨 SECURITY ALERT: Scroll co-founder has had their account hacked!
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The hashtag #ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked is dominating the trends and serves as a brutal reminder: in the crypto world, no one is 100% immune. On January 25, 2026, Kenneth Shen's official account was targeted in a sophisticated phishing attack.
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🛡️ What happened?
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Hackers took control of the profile to spread malicious links, attempting to drain unsuspecting users' wallets through false promises of airdrops or urgent support alerts.
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💡 How to protect yourself now:
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Beware of Urgency: If a founder posts a link "click now or lose your account", stop and breathe. It’s the favorite trigger of scammers.
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Verify Sources: Before interacting, check the project's official channels (Discord, Telegram, Official Site).
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Review Permissions: Never connect your main wallet to unknown sites. Use a "burner wallet" for suspicious interactions.
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Hardware 2FA: Use physical keys (like Yubikey) whenever possible, they are much more secure than SMS or authentication apps.
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✅ The Scroll ecosystem remains strong, but individual security depends on our constant attention. Stay alert!
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🤔 What do you think of this breach? Do you think social networks need extra layers of security for public crypto figures? 👇
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#Scroll #SecurityAlert #Phishing
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The hashtag #ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked is dominating the trends and serves as a brutal reminder: in the crypto world, no one is 100% immune. On January 25, 2026, Kenneth Shen's official account was targeted in a sophisticated phishing attack.
.
🛡️ What happened?
.
Hackers took control of the profile to spread malicious links, attempting to drain unsuspecting users' wallets through false promises of airdrops or urgent support alerts.
.
💡 How to protect yourself now:
.
Beware of Urgency: If a founder posts a link "click now or lose your account", stop and breathe. It’s the favorite trigger of scammers.
.
Verify Sources: Before interacting, check the project's official channels (Discord, Telegram, Official Site).
.
Review Permissions: Never connect your main wallet to unknown sites. Use a "burner wallet" for suspicious interactions.
.
Hardware 2FA: Use physical keys (like Yubikey) whenever possible, they are much more secure than SMS or authentication apps.
.
✅ The Scroll ecosystem remains strong, but individual security depends on our constant attention. Stay alert!
.
🤔 What do you think of this breach? Do you think social networks need extra layers of security for public crypto figures? 👇
.
#Scroll #SecurityAlert #Phishing
$47 MILLION IN BTC VANISHES FROM KOREAN PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE
This is NOT a drill. A catastrophic phishing attack has wiped out $47 million in seized Bitcoin. An insider accidentally clicked a fake website. Wallet credentials are gone. Millions in confiscated crypto have evaporated. The assets are currently untraceable. This is the ultimate warning. Security is paramount. Never let your guard down.
Disclaimer: This is not financial advice.
#crypto #bitcoin #phishing #scamalert #security
This is NOT a drill. A catastrophic phishing attack has wiped out $47 million in seized Bitcoin. An insider accidentally clicked a fake website. Wallet credentials are gone. Millions in confiscated crypto have evaporated. The assets are currently untraceable. This is the ultimate warning. Security is paramount. Never let your guard down.
Disclaimer: This is not financial advice.
#crypto #bitcoin #phishing #scamalert #security
#southkoreaseizedbtcloss — Major Bitcoin Custody Security Incident 🔥
South Korean authorities are investigating after a large amount of seized Bitcoin reportedly went missing while under government custody. Prosecutors discovered the loss during a routine inspection of confiscated digital assets by the Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office.
💸 Key Details:
🔹 Roughly 70 billion won (~$48M) worth of seized BTC appears to have vanished.
🔹 Officials suspect the loss happened after an employee accidentally accessed a phishing/scam website, potentially exposing the private keys.
🔹 The incident was spotted during a routine audit of seized assets — prompting an internal investigation.
🔍 Why It Matters:
This incident highlights the critical importance of secure custody practices for cryptocurrency — especially when even government agencies handling seized assets can fall victim to scams and phishing threats.
📊 With crypto custody risks in focus, both law enforcement and the broader industry may face increased scrutiny on security and storage protocols going forward.
#bitcoin #BTC #CryptoSecurity #CryptoNews #phishing #DigitalAssets
South Korean authorities are investigating after a large amount of seized Bitcoin reportedly went missing while under government custody. Prosecutors discovered the loss during a routine inspection of confiscated digital assets by the Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office.
💸 Key Details:
🔹 Roughly 70 billion won (~$48M) worth of seized BTC appears to have vanished.
🔹 Officials suspect the loss happened after an employee accidentally accessed a phishing/scam website, potentially exposing the private keys.
🔹 The incident was spotted during a routine audit of seized assets — prompting an internal investigation.
🔍 Why It Matters:
This incident highlights the critical importance of secure custody practices for cryptocurrency — especially when even government agencies handling seized assets can fall victim to scams and phishing threats.
📊 With crypto custody risks in focus, both law enforcement and the broader industry may face increased scrutiny on security and storage protocols going forward.
#bitcoin #BTC #CryptoSecurity #CryptoNews #phishing #DigitalAssets
🚨 $BTC SECURITY SHOCK 🚨
South Korea has reportedly lost $48M in seized Bitcoin after a government employee was tricked by a phishing site, leading to compromised wallet access and the disappearance of ~70B won in BTC.
📌 Why this matters:
• Highlights weaknesses in state-level crypto custody
• Proves “offline” storage isn’t foolproof
• Raises global concerns around security standards and oversight
🔍 An investigation is underway, and regulators worldwide are watching closely.
⚠️ Takeaway: If even governments can lose Bitcoin, custody and verification matter more than ever.
👉**If governments can lose Bitcoin… who’s really safe?**
👉 Should seized crypto be handled by governments at all — or moved to independent custodians? Share your view below.
#Bitcoin #CryptoSecurity #BlockchainNews #Phishing #SouthKoreaSeizedBTCLoss
South Korea has reportedly lost $48M in seized Bitcoin after a government employee was tricked by a phishing site, leading to compromised wallet access and the disappearance of ~70B won in BTC.
📌 Why this matters:
• Highlights weaknesses in state-level crypto custody
• Proves “offline” storage isn’t foolproof
• Raises global concerns around security standards and oversight
🔍 An investigation is underway, and regulators worldwide are watching closely.
⚠️ Takeaway: If even governments can lose Bitcoin, custody and verification matter more than ever.
👉**If governments can lose Bitcoin… who’s really safe?**
👉 Should seized crypto be handled by governments at all — or moved to independent custodians? Share your view below.
#Bitcoin #CryptoSecurity #BlockchainNews #Phishing #SouthKoreaSeizedBTCLoss
🚨 South Korea Loses $48M in Seized Bitcoin 🚨
$BTC
A government employee fell for a phishing scam, leading to the loss of 70 billion won (~$48M) in seized BTC 😬
• Fake website
• Wallet credentials compromised
• Funds vanished with a click
The breach was discovered during an audit at the Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office, exposing serious weaknesses in government crypto custody.
This isn’t just a loss — it’s a global wake-up call 🔔
If governments can mishandle Bitcoin, security standards everywhere need rethinking.
🔍 Investigation ongoing
⚖️ Regulatory implications ahead
If seized BTC isn’t safe… who is?
#Bitcoin #CryptoSecurity #Phishing #BlockchainNews #SouthKorea
$BTC
A government employee fell for a phishing scam, leading to the loss of 70 billion won (~$48M) in seized BTC 😬
• Fake website
• Wallet credentials compromised
• Funds vanished with a click
The breach was discovered during an audit at the Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office, exposing serious weaknesses in government crypto custody.
This isn’t just a loss — it’s a global wake-up call 🔔
If governments can mishandle Bitcoin, security standards everywhere need rethinking.
🔍 Investigation ongoing
⚖️ Regulatory implications ahead
If seized BTC isn’t safe… who is?
#Bitcoin #CryptoSecurity #Phishing #BlockchainNews #SouthKorea
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked **🚨 ALERT: Scroll Co-Founder's X Account Hacked – Phishing DMs Spreading Fast! ⚠️**
Scroll (@Scroll_ZKP) just confirmed: Co-founder Kenneth Shen (@shenhaichen / Ye Chen)'s X account is **compromised** as of Jan 25, 2026.
Hackers are blasting phishing DMs impersonating **X staff** – fake "security alerts," copyright claims, or urgent messages with malicious links. Targeting big crypto names & community members.
**Do NOT click ANY links or reply to DMs** from this account right now. Scroll team is working on recovery.
Classic social engineering hit on a high-follower verified account in zkEVM space. Stay vigilant – enable 2FA, never share seeds!
This is why hardware wallets + cold storage matter even more in 2026. 😤
Have you received any shady DMs lately? Drop below (no links obv) 👇
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked #CryptoSecurity #Phishing
#AmeerGro
$BTC
$XRP
$SOL
Scroll (@Scroll_ZKP) just confirmed: Co-founder Kenneth Shen (@shenhaichen / Ye Chen)'s X account is **compromised** as of Jan 25, 2026.
Hackers are blasting phishing DMs impersonating **X staff** – fake "security alerts," copyright claims, or urgent messages with malicious links. Targeting big crypto names & community members.
**Do NOT click ANY links or reply to DMs** from this account right now. Scroll team is working on recovery.
Classic social engineering hit on a high-follower verified account in zkEVM space. Stay vigilant – enable 2FA, never share seeds!
This is why hardware wallets + cold storage matter even more in 2026. 😤
Have you received any shady DMs lately? Drop below (no links obv) 👇
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked #CryptoSecurity #Phishing
#AmeerGro
$BTC
$XRP
$SOL
Binance BiBi:
Hello! According to my verification, this message seems to be true. Multiple media outlets reported that Scroll co-founder Kenneth Shen's X account was hacked today and used to send phishing links. Please remain vigilant and do not click on any suspicious links posted by that account, and it's advised to verify through official channels. Hope this helps you!
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked
🚨 Alert! The X account of Scroll's co-founder (@shenhaichen) got hacked today.
Bad guys are using it to send private messages (DMs) pretending to be from X staff. They trick people into clicking bad links to steal crypto money or keys.
Important:
Don't click ANY links from this account.
Don't share your info or wallet stuff.
Stay safe!
Crypto friends, be careful.
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked #CryptoScam #Phishing
🚨 Alert! The X account of Scroll's co-founder (@shenhaichen) got hacked today.
Bad guys are using it to send private messages (DMs) pretending to be from X staff. They trick people into clicking bad links to steal crypto money or keys.
Important:
Don't click ANY links from this account.
Don't share your info or wallet stuff.
Stay safe!
Crypto friends, be careful.
#ScrollCoFounderXAccountHacked #CryptoScam #Phishing
🚨 Alert: Massive Phishing Attack Targeting LastPass Users!
Heads up! A major phishing campaign has been targeting LastPass users since January 19.
How the scam works:
Hackers are sending emails disguised as "Technical Maintenance" alerts. They pressure you to create a vault backup within 24 hours, claiming your data might otherwise be lost. The "Create Backup Now" button leads to a fake site designed to steal your Master Password. Once they have it, they gain access to everything—including exchange logins and seed phrases.
4 Rules to Spot the Scam in 10 Seconds:
Hover Before You Click. Hover your mouse over any button (don't click!). Check the URL in the bottom corner of your browser. It should be lastpass.com. If you see lastpass-backup.net or s3.amazonaws..., it’s a trap.Check the Sender’s Domain. Official emails only come from @lastpass.com or @service.lastpass.com. If the sender is support@sr22vegas.com or another suspicious address, delete it.Ignore the "Ticking Clock." Urgency and 24-hour deadlines are classic manipulation tactics. Real security services don't set ultimatums for accessing your own data.Use the "Front Door." Never click links in "urgent" emails. Close your mail, manually type lastpass.com into your browser, and log in. If there’s a real issue, you’ll see a notification inside your dashboard.
Remember: LastPass will NEVER ask for your Master Password on a separate page for "verification" or "backups."
Stay vigilant and keep your assets SAFU! 🛡
#Security #LastPass #Phishing #CryptoSecurity #BinanceSquare
Heads up! A major phishing campaign has been targeting LastPass users since January 19.
How the scam works:
Hackers are sending emails disguised as "Technical Maintenance" alerts. They pressure you to create a vault backup within 24 hours, claiming your data might otherwise be lost. The "Create Backup Now" button leads to a fake site designed to steal your Master Password. Once they have it, they gain access to everything—including exchange logins and seed phrases.
4 Rules to Spot the Scam in 10 Seconds:
Hover Before You Click. Hover your mouse over any button (don't click!). Check the URL in the bottom corner of your browser. It should be lastpass.com. If you see lastpass-backup.net or s3.amazonaws..., it’s a trap.Check the Sender’s Domain. Official emails only come from @lastpass.com or @service.lastpass.com. If the sender is support@sr22vegas.com or another suspicious address, delete it.Ignore the "Ticking Clock." Urgency and 24-hour deadlines are classic manipulation tactics. Real security services don't set ultimatums for accessing your own data.Use the "Front Door." Never click links in "urgent" emails. Close your mail, manually type lastpass.com into your browser, and log in. If there’s a real issue, you’ll see a notification inside your dashboard.
Remember: LastPass will NEVER ask for your Master Password on a separate page for "verification" or "backups."
Stay vigilant and keep your assets SAFU! 🛡
#Security #LastPass #Phishing #CryptoSecurity #BinanceSquare
BNB CHAIN HACKED! PHISHING ALERT!
Users should absolutely not make any investment decisions based on information posted on relevant social media channels at this time to avoid the risk of asset loss.
Official channels are compromised. BNB Chain Coinmarketcap account is suspected of being hacked. Nina Rong, Head of Growth at BNB Chain, confirmed the reports. Investigation is underway. Protect your assets. Do not fall for scams. This is a critical warning.
News is for reference, not investment advice.
#BNB #CryptoNews #SecurityAlert #Phishing 🚨
Users should absolutely not make any investment decisions based on information posted on relevant social media channels at this time to avoid the risk of asset loss.
Official channels are compromised. BNB Chain Coinmarketcap account is suspected of being hacked. Nina Rong, Head of Growth at BNB Chain, confirmed the reports. Investigation is underway. Protect your assets. Do not fall for scams. This is a critical warning.
News is for reference, not investment advice.
#BNB #CryptoNews #SecurityAlert #Phishing 🚨
🚨 Waltio Data Breach: Shiny Hunters Hacker Group Attacks Crypto Tax Service Provider
The French cryptocurrency tax calculation service platform Waltio has been ransomed. The hacker group Shiny Hunters claims to have gained access to the data of 50,000 users (one-third of the platform's total customers).
Incident summary:
On January 21, 2026, the attackers stole the 2024 tax reports. The information in the hackers' possession includes:
Email addresses; profit and loss data; year-end asset balances.
🛡 Information that is safe:
Company CEO Pierre Morizot quickly reassured users: the infrastructure has not been compromised. Passwords, exchange API keys, wallet addresses, and transaction histories have not been leaked. Waltio cannot directly access or move user funds, so your assets are safe.
⚠️ Main risk - Social engineering attacks:
The current main risk is not a system collapse, but phishing. Hackers may use the leaked report data to impersonate Waltio support personnel in an attempt to trick you into providing access to your exchange or wallet.
How to protect yourself?
Verify the sender: Use Waltio's internal security code to verify the authenticity of emails. Ignore phone/SMS: The company does not have customers' phone numbers. Any call claiming to be from a "Waltio employee" is a scam. Stay vigilant: If a "support person" asks you for your password or recovery phrase and claims it's related to this breach, it is definitely a trap.
Please stay vigilant and protect your assets!🔒
#Waltio #CyberSecurity #Phishing #CryptoNews #SafetyFirst
The French cryptocurrency tax calculation service platform Waltio has been ransomed. The hacker group Shiny Hunters claims to have gained access to the data of 50,000 users (one-third of the platform's total customers).
Incident summary:
On January 21, 2026, the attackers stole the 2024 tax reports. The information in the hackers' possession includes:
Email addresses; profit and loss data; year-end asset balances.
🛡 Information that is safe:
Company CEO Pierre Morizot quickly reassured users: the infrastructure has not been compromised. Passwords, exchange API keys, wallet addresses, and transaction histories have not been leaked. Waltio cannot directly access or move user funds, so your assets are safe.
⚠️ Main risk - Social engineering attacks:
The current main risk is not a system collapse, but phishing. Hackers may use the leaked report data to impersonate Waltio support personnel in an attempt to trick you into providing access to your exchange or wallet.
How to protect yourself?
Verify the sender: Use Waltio's internal security code to verify the authenticity of emails. Ignore phone/SMS: The company does not have customers' phone numbers. Any call claiming to be from a "Waltio employee" is a scam. Stay vigilant: If a "support person" asks you for your password or recovery phrase and claims it's related to this breach, it is definitely a trap.
Please stay vigilant and protect your assets!🔒
#Waltio #CyberSecurity #Phishing #CryptoNews #SafetyFirst
🚨 $17B gone—crypto scams are evolving fast!
EZ-Pass phishing + AI-driven schemes are fooling even experienced investors.
China-linked fraudsters dominate the scene.
Are you prepared for the next wave? ❓
#CryptoNews #AIScam #CryptoSecurity #Phishing
EZ-Pass phishing + AI-driven schemes are fooling even experienced investors.
China-linked fraudsters dominate the scene.
Are you prepared for the next wave? ❓
#CryptoNews #AIScam #CryptoSecurity #Phishing
Crypto Meets Cybercrime: The Rise of Cybercrime-as-a-Service
💻 From Hacking to “Service”: The Rise of Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) in the Crypto Era
The dark web has evolved — and so have cybercriminals.
Welcome to the era of Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS), where hacking operates like a subscription business and crypto fuels the entire ecosystem.
Just like legitimate SaaS platforms, attackers now sell or rent ransomware kits, phishing frameworks, and exploit tools, enabling anyone to launch attacks with a few clicks — often paid for in Bitcoin, Monero, or stablecoins.
⚙️ What’s on Offer in the Cybercrime Marketplace?
🧠 Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) – Developers take a cut while affiliates execute attacks and demand crypto ransom payments.
🎣 Phishing-as-a-Service – Ready-made fake exchanges, wallet drains, and DeFi clone sites.
🌐 DDoS-for-Hire – Attacks targeting crypto exchanges, NFT launches, and Web3 platforms.
🧩 Exploit Kits & Access Brokers – Buy smart-contract exploits, private keys, or exchange access — no coding required.
🚨 Why It Matters
CaaS has lowered the barrier to entry for cybercrime, while crypto provides:
• Pseudonymous payments
• Borderless transactions
• Faster monetization of attacks
This combination has created a multi-billion-dollar underground economy, accelerating threats across crypto, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government sectors.
🔐 How to Defend in a Crypto-Driven Threat Landscape
✔ Adopt a Zero Trust security model
✔ Monitor dark web + on-chain intelligence
✔ Secure wallets, private keys, and smart contracts
✔ Train employees — phishing remains the #1 attack vector
✔ Strengthen incident response & crypto recovery plans
✔ Collaborate — public, private, and Web3 partnerships matter
🧩 Final Thought
Cybercrime-as-a-Service is the industrialization of digital crime, powered by crypto economics.
To fight it, defenders must think like attackers, move faster than markets, and secure both systems and value flows.
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue — it’s a business, financial, and crypto risk.
🔖 #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #CryptoSecurity #Phishing #Write2Earn
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$DOGE
$SUI
The dark web has evolved — and so have cybercriminals.
Welcome to the era of Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS), where hacking operates like a subscription business and crypto fuels the entire ecosystem.
Just like legitimate SaaS platforms, attackers now sell or rent ransomware kits, phishing frameworks, and exploit tools, enabling anyone to launch attacks with a few clicks — often paid for in Bitcoin, Monero, or stablecoins.
⚙️ What’s on Offer in the Cybercrime Marketplace?
🧠 Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) – Developers take a cut while affiliates execute attacks and demand crypto ransom payments.
🎣 Phishing-as-a-Service – Ready-made fake exchanges, wallet drains, and DeFi clone sites.
🌐 DDoS-for-Hire – Attacks targeting crypto exchanges, NFT launches, and Web3 platforms.
🧩 Exploit Kits & Access Brokers – Buy smart-contract exploits, private keys, or exchange access — no coding required.
🚨 Why It Matters
CaaS has lowered the barrier to entry for cybercrime, while crypto provides:
• Pseudonymous payments
• Borderless transactions
• Faster monetization of attacks
This combination has created a multi-billion-dollar underground economy, accelerating threats across crypto, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government sectors.
🔐 How to Defend in a Crypto-Driven Threat Landscape
✔ Adopt a Zero Trust security model
✔ Monitor dark web + on-chain intelligence
✔ Secure wallets, private keys, and smart contracts
✔ Train employees — phishing remains the #1 attack vector
✔ Strengthen incident response & crypto recovery plans
✔ Collaborate — public, private, and Web3 partnerships matter
🧩 Final Thought
Cybercrime-as-a-Service is the industrialization of digital crime, powered by crypto economics.
To fight it, defenders must think like attackers, move faster than markets, and secure both systems and value flows.
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue — it’s a business, financial, and crypto risk.
🔖 #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #CryptoSecurity #Phishing #Write2Earn
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According to security firm Web3 Scam Sniffer, over $127 million in #Criptomonedas was stolen from investors in Q3 2024, with approximately $46 million lost in September to phishing attacks.
In phishing attacks, scammers trick investors into linking their crypto wallets, such as #MetaMask , to fraudulent services. Linking crypto wallets to #phishing websites allows scammers to withdraw#cryptocurrenciesfrom users without further authentication.
In phishing attacks, scammers trick investors into linking their crypto wallets, such as #MetaMask , to fraudulent services. Linking crypto wallets to #phishing websites allows scammers to withdraw#cryptocurrenciesfrom users without further authentication.
How Hackers Steal Crypto from MetaMask—Protect Your Funds Now
MetaMask is one of the most popular cryptocurrency wallets, used by millions to store, send, and receive digital assets. However, it has also become a target for hackers due to its widespread use. Protecting your MetaMask wallet is critical to keeping your crypto secure. Below, we’ll break down the most common ways hackers can steal funds from MetaMask and how you can protect yourself.
1. Phishing Attacks
Phishing is one of the most common methods hackers use to steal crypto from MetaMask users. In these attacks, hackers create fake websites or send emails that look like official MetaMask communications. When users enter their seed phrase or private keys on these fraudulent sites, hackers capture the information and can instantly access the user's funds.
How to Protect Yourself:
Never share your seed phrase or private keys. Legitimate services will never ask for these.Always double-check the website URL when accessing MetaMask or any crypto service.Avoid clicking on links in unsolicited emails or messages claiming to be MetaMask.
2. Malware and Keyloggers
Malware and keyloggers are software programs that can secretly track your activity and capture sensitive information, such as your seed phrase or private keys. Once installed on your device, a hacker can monitor your MetaMask interactions and gain access to your wallet.
How to Protect Yourself:
Install a reputable antivirus program and ensure your system is regularly scanned for malware.Use a VPN to keep your internet connection secure.Avoid downloading unknown software or files from untrusted websites.
3. Fake MetaMask Browser Extensions
Hackers often create fake MetaMask browser extensions designed to look exactly like the real thing. If you install one of these, it can steal your login credentials or seed phrase and give hackers full access to your wallet.
How to Protect Yourself:
Download extensions only from official sources. Always verify that the MetaMask extension comes from the official MetaMask website or trusted platforms like Chrome's official store.Check reviews and ratings before installing any browser extension.
4. Unauthorized Approvals of Smart Contracts
Hackers exploit MetaMask users by tricking them into unknowingly granting approvals to malicious smart contracts. These contracts can withdraw funds from your wallet without your permission.
How to Protect Yourself:
Read contract approvals carefully before interacting with dApps (decentralized applications). Don’t blindly approve every request.Revoke permissions for smart contracts you no longer use by visiting sites that help you manage your approvals (e.g., revoke.cash).
5. Social Engineering
Social engineering attacks involve tricking you into voluntarily handing over your wallet details. Hackers may impersonate support staff, ask for your seed phrase, or offer fake assistance via social media or forums.
How to Protect Yourself:
Do not share sensitive information on social media or messaging platforms.Be wary of anyone offering unsolicited help, even if they claim to be from MetaMask or another trusted platform.
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#MetaMask #CryptoSecurity #Phishing #DeFi #Blockchain
1. Phishing Attacks
Phishing is one of the most common methods hackers use to steal crypto from MetaMask users. In these attacks, hackers create fake websites or send emails that look like official MetaMask communications. When users enter their seed phrase or private keys on these fraudulent sites, hackers capture the information and can instantly access the user's funds.
How to Protect Yourself:
Never share your seed phrase or private keys. Legitimate services will never ask for these.Always double-check the website URL when accessing MetaMask or any crypto service.Avoid clicking on links in unsolicited emails or messages claiming to be MetaMask.
2. Malware and Keyloggers
Malware and keyloggers are software programs that can secretly track your activity and capture sensitive information, such as your seed phrase or private keys. Once installed on your device, a hacker can monitor your MetaMask interactions and gain access to your wallet.
How to Protect Yourself:
Install a reputable antivirus program and ensure your system is regularly scanned for malware.Use a VPN to keep your internet connection secure.Avoid downloading unknown software or files from untrusted websites.
3. Fake MetaMask Browser Extensions
Hackers often create fake MetaMask browser extensions designed to look exactly like the real thing. If you install one of these, it can steal your login credentials or seed phrase and give hackers full access to your wallet.
How to Protect Yourself:
Download extensions only from official sources. Always verify that the MetaMask extension comes from the official MetaMask website or trusted platforms like Chrome's official store.Check reviews and ratings before installing any browser extension.
4. Unauthorized Approvals of Smart Contracts
Hackers exploit MetaMask users by tricking them into unknowingly granting approvals to malicious smart contracts. These contracts can withdraw funds from your wallet without your permission.
How to Protect Yourself:
Read contract approvals carefully before interacting with dApps (decentralized applications). Don’t blindly approve every request.Revoke permissions for smart contracts you no longer use by visiting sites that help you manage your approvals (e.g., revoke.cash).
5. Social Engineering
Social engineering attacks involve tricking you into voluntarily handing over your wallet details. Hackers may impersonate support staff, ask for your seed phrase, or offer fake assistance via social media or forums.
How to Protect Yourself:
Do not share sensitive information on social media or messaging platforms.Be wary of anyone offering unsolicited help, even if they claim to be from MetaMask or another trusted platform.
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Share your experiences or security tips for protecting your MetaMask wallet in the comments! And don’t forget to follow me for more insights on keeping your crypto safe.
#MetaMask #CryptoSecurity #Phishing #DeFi #Blockchain
#PeckShieldAlert
A #phishingscam address labeled "Fake_Phishing442897," which stole $55.4M in #DAI from a whale's account, has swapped 250K $DAI for 102.6 $ETH & transferred them to a new address 0x2751...fC12
The #phishing address currently holds ~$40.5m worth of cryptos, including ~15.18K $ETH , ~2.8M $DAI & ~327.3 $stETH
A #phishingscam address labeled "Fake_Phishing442897," which stole $55.4M in #DAI from a whale's account, has swapped 250K $DAI for 102.6 $ETH & transferred them to a new address 0x2751...fC12
The #phishing address currently holds ~$40.5m worth of cryptos, including ~15.18K $ETH , ~2.8M $DAI & ~327.3 $stETH
🚨 ALERT: ENS founder Nick Johnson warns of an "extremely sophisticated" Google phishing scam targeting users with fake subpoena notices. 🛑
⚠️ The emails pass DKIM checks and appear as legit Gmail security alerts.
📩 Stay sharp — even your inbox isn’t safe.
#Phishing #Crypto #CyberSecurity #ENS #Web3
⚠️ The emails pass DKIM checks and appear as legit Gmail security alerts.
📩 Stay sharp — even your inbox isn’t safe.
#Phishing #Crypto #CyberSecurity #ENS #Web3
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