How hackers use fake X links to steal crypto, and how to spot them
Cybercriminals hijack or impersonate trusted X accounts to post phishing links that lead users to fake sites or malicious smart contracts designed to steal crypto.
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Cybercriminals hijack or impersonate trusted X accounts to post phishing links that lead users to fake sites or malicious smart contracts designed to steal crypto.
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