Phishy Business: High-Profile X Accounts Hijacked for Crypto Scams!

High-profile X accounts are under attack by a phishing campaign aiming for cryptocurrency fraud. Using classic fake crypto lures and adaptable infrastructure, attackers hijack accounts and lock out owners. Protect your corporate social accounts by maintaining good password hygiene and enabling two-factor authentication to avoid falling prey to these scams.

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Hot Take:

It seems like phishing is the new black, and crypto scammers are treating X accounts like their personal ATM. Who knew the path to financial ruin could be just one click away? Time to lock down those social media draws, folks, or your next tweet might just be a scam of the century!

Key Points:

  • One-click phishing campaign targets high-profile X accounts for crypto fraud.
  • SentinelLabs researchers found the campaign spans multiple social media platforms.
  • Attackers exploit hijacked accounts to post fraudulent crypto opportunities.
  • Phishing lures include fake account login notices and copyright violation emails.
  • Researchers recommend good password hygiene and caution with unsolicited links.

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