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You are here: Home / News / Friend.tech Faces Cyber Threats As Malicious JavaScript Sparks Security Alert
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Friend.tech Faces Cyber Threats As Malicious JavaScript Sparks Security Alert

October 15, 2023 by Arslan Tabish

In a shocking turn of events, Friend.tech users have found themselves trapped in a dangerous web of deceptive JavaScript intricately woven by malicious actors with the intent of compromising sensitive data and financial assets. @evilcos, a prominent figure in the crypto industry, has unveiled this revelation on X, exposing how these deceptive bookmarks, when added to a user’s browser, stealthily siphon information and infiltrate crypto holdings.

⚠️最近出现针对 https://t.co/xvDZPEKscJ(ft) 的盗号恶意代码,一段 JavaScript 脚本,诈骗者会诱骗目标用户添加其为书签。

当用户在 ft 页面时,一旦执行书签,恶意代码会诱骗盗取用户的密码(即 ft 的 2FA,图一),并盗走 ft 及其使用的嵌入式钱包 Privy 有关的 token(图二)。这就意味着用户的… pic.twitter.com/jKtkBHUDHX

— Cos(余弦)😶‍🌫️ (@evilcos) October 14, 2023

The malevolent script activates instantly upon an unwitting user entering the platform. What’s particularly alarming is that this scheme transcends simple password pilfering. Its distinguishing feature lies in its capability to subvert Friend.tech’s two-factor authentication credentials, laying bare a prominent weakness that scammers quickly capitalize on.

The imminent risk surrounds Safeguard, an embedded wallet within the Friend.tech ecosystem, as malicious scripts seek to breach tokens, imperiling user accounts and linked funds. Though not entirely novel, past attacks on Discord users highlight its effectiveness, necessitating heightened vigilance across platforms due to its adaptability.

Securing Friend.tech Amid DeFi Cyber Threats

These significant threats Friend.tech users must exercise increased caution while inspecting their bookmarks and browser extensions. Authenticating the validity of these tools isn’t just a precautionary measure; it’s indispensable in shielding data and financial assets from potential misuse and unauthorized access.

Nevertheless, ensuring all-encompassing user security demands a dual strategy, amalgamating user awareness with potent platform-wide cybersecurity protocols. As Friend.tech enjoys continued success, fortifying its safeguards against such underhanded endeavors will safeguard individual users and the hard-earned reputation and trust it has cultivated.

Friend.tech’s recent strides in decentralized finance (DeFi) are momentarily eclipsed by a nefarious endeavor. Nevertheless, the platform’s remarkable upswing in protocol revenue is worth noting, with a surge of over 10,000 ETH, highlighting its significant progress and impact.

Moreover, the Total Value Locked (TVL) in Friend.tech’s DeFi protocol has seen a substantial surge, surpassing 30,000 ETH and finding stability at 30,165 ETH. These statistics underscore the platform’s immense popularity and shed light on why it has attracted the attention of cybercriminals.

This striking dichotomy highlights the significant accomplishments achieved by Friend.tech and the pressing threats it confronts while navigating the ever-evolving DeFi landscape. These contrasting factors underscore the intricate balancing act it must perform to maintain its position and security in this dynamic crypto ecosystem.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Crypto, Cryptocurrency, DeFi, Ethereum (ETH), Friend.tech, JavaScript

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