Blockchain Developer's Crypto Wallet Emptied in "job interview"

Discussion in 'other security issues & news' started by Rasheed187, Jan 6, 2024.

  1. Rasheed187

    Rasheed187 Registered Member

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    Another example of how tricky these hackers are, I assume some type of infostealer was used in this attack. And apparently AV was bypassed.

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...t-emptied-in-job-interview-using-npm-package/
     
  2. longshots

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    this has to be the funniest thing I've read today...
    approached by a "recruiter" on LinkedIn with an Upwork job posting that "looked legitimate"
     
  3. Rasheed187

    Rasheed187 Registered Member

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    You have to remind yourself that not everyone is as paranoid as we are. And when money is involved, it's easier to trick people, plus some people might believe that everything on a platform like LinkedIn is trustworthy.
     
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