The world of cryptocurrency continues to grow, offering innovative opportunities but also opening doors to sophisticated scams. On October 6, 2024, a shocking incident occurred when the official website of Lego Group was compromised by a fake “Lego Coin” token scam. This event underscores the increasing importance of vigilance in the crypto space. On the same day, platforms like Spot On Chain and Symbiotic also experienced significant security breaches, highlighting the ongoing struggle to ensure safety in the ever-evolving crypto market.
Lego Website Targeted by Crypto Scammers
In a surprising turn of events, the Lego Group‘s official website displayed a fraudulent “Lego Coin” token for about 75 minutes on October 6. Following a hack on October 5, this scam token appeared on their homepage, alarming visitors. In a statement to Engadget, Lego confirmed that no customer accounts were compromised and that the issue was resolved quickly. Lego reassured customers that the situation had been addressed and measures were taken to prevent future occurrences.
This incident serves as a reminder of the growing threat posed by cryptocurrency scams, particularly those leveraging well-known brands to deceive users. It highlights the need for constant vigilance, even on platforms as seemingly secure as the Lego website.
Spot On Chain and Symbiotic Fall Victim to Hacks
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In another alarming event on the same day, Spot On Chain, a data analytics firm, had its official Twitter account hacked. The hackers posted a fake EIGEN airdrop link in a phishing attempt. The tweet was viewed over 628,000 times, with the comment section disabled to increase the scam’s credibility. Users have been warned not to interact with the phishing link.
Additionally, Symbiotic‘s Twitter account was hacked on October 5, frequently sharing false phishing links. Users are advised to avoid clicking on any suspicious links shared by the compromised account.
These incidents further emphasize the importance of being cautious when navigating the cryptocurrency space, particularly on social media platforms.
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