Security researchers have discovered several new phishing campaigns using the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse as a lure to steal cryptocurrencies.
Proofpoint said it discovered lures related to USD Coin (USDC), a digital stablecoin tied to the dollar affected by the SVB collapse.
“This campaign used messages sent through malicious SendGrid accounts and spoofed multiple cryptocurrency brands, including SendGrid URLs. Requested to charge virtual currency/exchange to US dollars.” Tweeted yesterday.
“Clicking the button will attempt to open a DeFi URL, requiring the victim to install a DeFi handler such as the MetaMask wallet. You will be prompted to install it.”
You can read more about crypto phishing scams here: Major phishing campaigns targeting Trezor crypto wallets.
Uncovered by the SVB failure, P2P payment technology company Circle announced that USDC was still redeemable at a 1:1 rate to the dollar, sparking additional phishing campaigns.
Cyble researchers say they found multiple phishing sites impersonating Circle that advertise one-to-one deals. Some users requested to scan his QR code to proceed, resulting in a compromised cryptocurrency wallet, the vendor claims.
Cyble says it observed similar tactics at work in another phishing campaign featuring a site masquerading as SVB and promoting a fake USDC rewards program.
“For users to receive USDC promised on phishing sites,” Cyble said.[ここをクリックして請求]Click the button to display the QR code.
“Victims have been instructed to scan this QR code using their cryptocurrency wallets such as Trust, MetaMask, Exodus, etc. However, scanning the code will compromise the users wallet account. will be.”
