This week, the digital currency world witnessed extensive hacker attacks and vulnerabilities in the ecosystem. Pig Butchering scams in 2024 resulted in over $3.6 billion loss for users. These scams involve gaining victims’ trust and then encouraging them to invest in fake platforms. Last week, these attacks included 800k fake transactions to 150k Ethereum wallets. In one of the major attacks, hackers targeted members of the NFT project Pudgy Penguins using phishing techniques and Google ads, stealing their wallet information through fake websites. Experts recommend using ad blockers, checking URLs, and segregating wallet functions in secure areas. Yat Siu’s account on the X social network was attacked by hackers, promoting the fake ANIMOCA token. This incident highlighted security weaknesses in social networks and the need to verify announcements before investing. In a phishing attack, a DeFi miner lost a million dollars. The attack was carried out through a fake Zoom program, stealing the victim’s wallet information and private keys. Moreover, hackers, with fake emails resembling official ones, stole over $500k from 15 important accounts. It is advised to use hardware wallets, two-factor authentication, and avoid repetitive passwords. In the Hyperliquid platform, a net output of $250 million was recorded, and the Lazarus group from North Korea was accused of hacking it. Despite the platform’s denial, its token lost 20% of its value, sparking discussions on security vulnerabilities and centralization. These events indicate that hackers have become more professional and target the weak digital currency market with techniques like phishing, social engineering, and malware. In this regard, maintaining vigilance and taking security measures to protect assets is essential. Visit the live digital currency price page to track token and cryptocurrency prices in real-time.
