The EOS blockchain is currently facing an address poisoning attack. In this type of scam, attackers send small amounts of EOS to deceive users.
What is the EOS Address Poisoning Attack
According to blockchain security firm SlowMist, the EOS blockchain is under an address poisoning attack. In this scam, malicious actors send tiny amounts of EOS, typically 0.001 EOS, to unsuspecting users. This technique aims to deceive individuals into unknowingly copying and using fraudulent wallet addresses.
How the Attack Works
In an address poisoning scam, attackers take advantage of users’ habits of copying recent transaction addresses from their wallets. By sending 0.001 EOS from an address that closely mimics a legitimate one — often with similar starting or ending characters — they attempt to 'poison' the transaction history. When users later copy and paste an address for a transaction, they might accidentally select the attacker’s address instead. This can result in funds being unknowingly transferred to malicious wallets, causing irreversible losses.
Tips to Avoid Scams
To protect yourself from this scam on the EOS blockchain, always verify the full wallet address before sending funds. Avoid copying addresses from transaction histories, and instead, use saved and verified addresses or QR codes. Security experts also recommend enabling additional wallet security features and regularly updating software to guard against evolving threats.
The EOS community is urged to stay alert and report any suspicious activity promptly to prevent further spread of attacks.
