Hackers are targeting crypto professionals on LinkedIn by pretending to be recruiters from well-known companies and using malware to steal victims’ cryptocurrency wallets. Cybercriminals use real tools like video interview platforms and offer fake job opportunities to trick potential victims.
LinkedIn has removed over 80 million fake profiles in six months, but it still has a hard time dealing with these clever scams. Security expert Taylor Monahan pointed out how scammers attract professionals with appealing job offers, even when they aren’t looking for new jobs.
They make fake profiles and chat with users using casual messages, often using tools like the Willo Video platform to seem more credible.
Victims are led to a link that pretends to help with technical problems, but it actually infects their devices. This usually includes a fake Chrome update that makes their systems even more vulnerable.
The exact financial losses from these scams are not clear, but they are similar to past incidents, like the $305 million theft from the DMM Bitcoin exchange, which also used social engineering tactics.
The crypto industry needs to stay alert as threats change. It’s important for professionals to check if recruiters and job offers are real to avoid getting tricked by these clever scams. It’s important to stay aware and careful in this tough situation.
