Phishing Attack Highlights Risk in Crypto Industry
Thursday, 16 May 2024, 14:39
Phishing Attack Costs Crypto Wallet b3hodlr.eth $1.26 Million in wstETH
The b3hodlr.eth wallet lost 356.7 wstETH, valued at $1.26 million, in a phishing attack, showcasing the persistent risks in the crypto industry.
Phishing Remains a Popular Cybercrime Tactic in the Crypto Industry
PeckShield, a blockchain security company, alerted the community to this attack. On-chain data revealed that the b3hodlr.eth wallet was compromised through a phishing scheme orchestrated by Fake_Phishing187019.
Phishing Attack on b3hodlr.eth Wallet. Source: X/PeckShieldAlert
- Another recent phishing scam involved wallet address 0xff49, falling victim to Pink Drainer and losing 562.4 stETH, equivalent to $1.66 million.
- Wallet Drainers, a type of phishing malware, exploit users through fake tokens and malicious transactions.
- Phishing activities surged in early 2024, resulting in $173 million in losses.
The post highlights the threats posed by phishing scams in the crypto space and the need for robust security measures to combat malicious actors.
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