#AirdropSafetyGuide These scams can be broken down into several types:
1. Hijacked Official Accounts: Hackers may take control of a project’s official account and post fake airdrop announcements. For instance, it’s common to see alerts on news platforms like “The X or Discord account of Project Y has been hacked; do not click on phishing links shared by the hacker.” According to our 2024 Mid-Year Blockchain Security and Anti-Money Laundering Report, there were 27 such incidents in the first half of 2024 alone. Users, trusting the official account, might click on these links and be redirected to phishing sites disguised as airdrop pages. If they enter their private keys, seed phrases, or grant permissions, hackers can steal their assets.