Summary
Decrypt was targeted by hackers who sent a phishing email to subscribers, falsely blaming MailerLite for the attack. It was later discovered that the hackers obtained Decrypt’s password key, not MailerLite. Only one reader fell for the scam, but it serves as a reminder to be cautious of phishing attempts in the crypto industry. Hackers have been impersonating Decrypt and other crypto firms, so be wary of any suspicious emails or websites.
Key Points
1. Hackers impersonated Decrypt and sent a phishing email to subscribers announcing a fake token airdrop on March 27.
2. Decrypt incorrectly blamed their email service provider, MailerLite, for the attack, but it was later revealed that the hackers obtained the password key from Decrypt’s side.
3. The phishing campaigns were orchestrated via the MailerLite API, and despite the majority of readers being cautious, one person still attempted to connect their wallet to the bogus address.