TechFlow news — On September 3, according to The Block, the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a report stating that North Korean hackers are "actively targeting" employees in the Web3 industry in an attempt to steal corporate crypto assets. The FBI noted that these hackers employ sophisticated social engineering tactics capable of deceiving even individuals with high levels of technical expertise.
It is reported that in recent months, North Korean hackers have been researching targets related to cryptocurrency ETFs, potentially planning malicious cyber operations against these firms. Their tactics include impersonating company executives, fabricating realistic scenarios, and tricking employees into downloading malicious applications. To defend against such threats, the FBI recommends companies avoid storing cryptocurrency wallet information on internet-connected devices and establish secure systems for verifying employee identities. As of July 2024, North Korean cybercriminals have caused approximately $3 billion in losses of cryptocurrency assets.
