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U.S. SEC X Account Hacked in Bitcoin Scam

January 10, 2024
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faced a significant security breach as its X account was hacked, resulting in the dissemination of a fabricated announcement about the approval of Bitcoin ETFs on security exchanges.

The fraudulent tweet, subsequently deleted, falsely declared the SEC’s approval for Bitcoin ETFs, emphasizing ongoing surveillance and compliance measures for investor protection. This incident adds to a recent surge in X account breaches, with multiple verified organizations falling victim to cryptocurrency scams and schemes draining wallets, illustrating the formidable challenges in securing online platforms against malicious actors.

The SEC’s X account has become a focal point for a wave of breaches, reflecting a broader trend where various organizations, including Netgear, Hyundai MEA, CertiK, and Mandiant, experienced account hijacks over the past month. The attackers exploited compromised accounts to promote deceptive cryptocurrency sites and orchestrate scams that drained wallets connected to Web3 platforms. In addition to these account breaches, threat actors have utilized X’s advertising platform to inundate users with a relentless stream of malicious advertisements, fostering crypto scams and wallet-draining activities.

These incidents underscore the ongoing and evolving cybersecurity threats faced by prominent organizations, underscoring the imperative for robust security measures to safeguard online platforms against diverse and malicious activities.

Reference:
  • The @SECGov X account was compromised, and an unauthorized post was posted
Tags: BitcoinCyber AttacksCyber Incidents 2024cyber-incidentcybercrimesGovernmentJanuary 2024SECSecurities and Exchange CommissionSocial MediaUSAX
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