North Korean Actors Use ‘Fake Zoom’ to Drain Crypto Wallets

North Korean Actors Use ‘Fake Zoom’ to Drain Crypto Wallets

North Korean hackers are using ‘fake Zoom’ call tactics to lure victims to install malware, exfiltrating crypto assets from victims' wallets.

SEAL Warns of Daily Fake Zoom Attacks as DPRK Hackers Weaponize Familiar Faces

Cybersecurity firm, Security Alliance (SEAL), said it is tracking multiple daily attempts by North Korean-linked threat actors using so-called “fake Zoom” or “fake Teams” meetings to distribute malware and expand access to new victims. The non-profit reshared a detailed warning from security researcher Taylor Monahan outlining how the attacks unfold and the scale of losses involved. Fake Zoom Calls, Real Losses Monahan said the campaign begins w…

North Korean “Fake Zoom” Crypto Scams Emerge as Daily Threat: SEAL

Cybersecurity organisation Security Alliance (SEAL) warns of several daily attempts by North Korean hackers to swindle victims using bogus Zoom meetings. These assaults deceive victims into installing software that steals sensitive data, including passwords and secret keys. Taylor Monahan, a security expert, said that hackers have already stolen more than $300 million using this method.  Scam Mechanics  The operation begins with a message from a…

Fake Zoom Crypto Hacks Linked to North Korea

SEAL warns North Korean hackers are using fake Zoom calls for crypto hacks, steal private keys, and drain over $300M in crypto.

$300M in Crypto Lost to Zoom Malware Scams, Security Alliance Reports

Crypto users face rising threats as North Korean hackers use fake Zoom meetings to spread malware and steal digital assets, SEAL warns.