📊 Crypto Security Alert -- May 2025
🚨 $2.6M Lost in Double Phishing Scam
💡 Stay informed about common scam tactics
A crypto investor suffered a devastating loss of $2.6 million in USDT within just three hours, falling victim to a sophisticated double phishing attack known as zero-value transfer or address poisoning.
Sources: (DeFi Planet, Binance, Cointelegraph)
🧠 What Happened?
Attackers sent zero-value transactions from wallet addresses closely resembling those the victim had previously interacted with. These deceptive transactions appeared in the victim's transaction history, leading them to mistakenly send $843,000 USDT, followed by an additional $1.75 million USDT to the scammer's address.
Sources (FXStreet, CCN.com)
📌 Key Insight:
This incident highlights the increasing sophistication of phishing scams in the crypto space. Even experienced users can fall prey to such tactics, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance.
🛡️ Safety Tips:
1️⃣ Always double-check wallet addresses before initiating transactions.
2️⃣ Avoid copying addresses from transaction histories; instead, use trusted address books.
3️⃣ Utilize wallet features that allow labeling of known addresses.
4️⃣ Stay informed about common scam tactics and educate yourself regularly.
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