Private Keys

Scammers are using USPS to send fake Ledger letters urging users to “validate” wallets and steal private keys—a shift to physical phishing. Meanwhile, fake Ledger Live apps on macOS spread malware to capture recovery phrases.

Crypto millionaires are hiring private security amidst a global rise in kidnappings and threats. A recent Coinbase data breach exposing names and balances has only deepened fears. As digital defenses improve, attackers are going offline, targeting individuals instead. But are bodyguards and protocols enough—or just a false sense of safety in a still-vulnerable space?

Ripple’s xrpl.js package was hit by a supply chain attack, risking private key theft from DeFi wallets. The XRP Ledger is unaffected, and a secure update has been issued. While no major losses are reported, the breach highlights a rising threat: are hackers now targeting open-source blockchain tools?

James Howells' request to search a landfill for a hard drive containing 8,000 Bitcoin was rejected by the UK Court of Appeal, marking a setback in his legal battle. He plans to appeal to the European Court of Human Rights, but the landfill is set to close soon, making the search more difficult.

Mask Network CEO Suji Yan lost $4 million in a cyberattack after his birthday. Analysts traced the stolen funds, now converted to Ethereum and dispersed across multiple wallets. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges amid a wave of recent crypto hacks.

A hacker stole $49.5 million from Infini. The firm claims to have identified the attacker and issued an ultimatum, offering 20% of the stolen funds for their return.

Lightning Labs’ Olaoluwa Osuntokun clarified that the issue stemmed from a compromised user device rather than a flaw or vulnerability in the system.

Pi Network will launch its Open Network on 20 February 2025, ending its Enclosed Mainnet phase. With 10.14 million migrations and 19 million verified Pioneers, this transition unlocks Pi’s ecosystem for real-world use, enabling integration with other compliant systems.

Scam Sniffer warned of Telegram malware scams last December. Since then, cybercriminals have adapted, using more sophisticated tactics to target more victims.

A security flaw in Tangem's app exposed users' private keys during email support interactions, sparking community criticism over the company's response. Tangem swiftly resolved the issue but faced questions about transparency and trust.