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Hackers and Scammers Target Blockchain Developers and Founders. How to Protect Yourself?
- A new scam targeting blockchain developers and founders is on the rise, using advanced social engineering tactics.
- Job offer scams involve impersonating recruiters from well-known Web3 companies, leading to wallet fund theft.
- Protect yourself by avoiding installing software from unknown sources and verifying recruiters meticulously.
- Beware of fake GitHub repositories containing malicious code designed to steal private keys.
- Always inspect repositories thoroughly before running any code and avoid entering private key information.
- Be wary of job offers with unrealistically high salaries that request personal information and compromise systems.
- Validate companies offering high salaries and avoid sending personal data to unknown platforms.
- Scammers use fake video conferencing tools like Zoom to deploy phishing attacks and extract private keys.
- Check URLs carefully and run crypto-related communications in a secure browser profile to prevent attacks.
- Always verify profiles, be cautious of unsolicited offers, and never rush into downloading files or clicking on unknown links.
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