Beware: Fake Binance Email Scam Uses “TRUMP Coin” Hype to Spread Malware!
Beware of the latest email scam using “Binance” to lure victims with a fake TRUMP coin. Instead of crypto riches, users download malware that hands control of their computers to scammers faster than you can say “fake news.” Remember: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably comes with malware.
Hot Take:
Oh, the irony! A scam promising a “TRUMP coin” ends up being a “TRAP coin.” It’s like being promised a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s factory only to end up at a dentist’s office. But hey, even in scams, the Trump brand is as catchy as ever! Who knew that a fake cryptocurrency could be as volatile as the real deal? #FakeNews #FakeCoins
Key Points:
- New email scam impersonates Binance and offers fake “TRUMP coin.”
- Scam leads to installation of ConnectWise RAT, giving attackers control of computers.
- Emails use authentic-looking Binance branding and security warnings to deceive users.
- Attackers act swiftly, accessing compromised devices in under two minutes.
- Scams exploiting Trump’s name in crypto are not new, with a history of similar attacks.
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