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Phishing emails exploit reported Binance security incident to target crypto holders

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Criminals are sending fake emails that use news of a security incident at the crypto exchange . They pressure people to send Bitcoin or to "verify" their wallets. Security researchers at Bitdefender Labs warn that these scams follow the same pattern as other major headlines.

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What to do

  1. Do not send Bitcoin or other crypto in response to unsolicited emails about the Binance incident.
  2. Be wary of emails asking you to verify your wallet or account, and do not follow links in them.
  3. Check news about the incident through official channels rather than links supplied in unsolicited messages.

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  1. Tue 3 NovemberBinance breach news is already being used in crypto phishing emails, Bitdefender Labs warnsBitdefender HOTforSecurity

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