Zoom Doom: Elusive Comet Hackers Steal $100K in Crypto via Remote-Control Scams
Hackers in the Elusive Comet campaign have found a new way to swipe cryptocurrency: by exploiting Zoom’s remote-control feature. Forget the blockchain; they’re zooming straight into your wallet! Keep your guard up during “interviews” or you might end up funding their next vacation.
Hot Take:
Looks like hackers are attending Zoom meetings now, but instead of discussing quarterly reports, they’re more interested in your crypto wallets! The Elusive Comet campaign is the cyber equivalent of inviting a vampire into your home — once you give them access, they’ll suck your digital assets dry faster than you can say, “Can you hear me?”
Key Points:
- Elusive Comet exploits Zoom’s remote-control feature to steal cryptocurrency.
- Attackers use social engineering tactics, mimicking legitimate figures in crypto.
- Victims are lured through phishing emails or DMs on social media platforms.
- Remote control access is requested under the guise of technical assistance.
- Over $100K has been lost in this scam, with malware like “GOOPDATE” being employed.
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