On May 11, Ledger's official Discord server suffered a breach when a moderator's account was compromised. The attacker used this account to post fake links asking users to verify their seed phrases on a third-party site.
How the Breach Happened
The attacker exploited the compromised moderator account to send scam messages claiming there was a new vulnerability in Ledger's system. Users were urged to urgently verify their recovery phrases through a link leading to a phishing site.
Action Taken by Ledger
Upon realizing the issue, the team intervened by removing the hacked account and eliminating the bot. They reported the fake site and checked all server permissions to secure the environment. Quintin Boatwright from Ledger confirmed the situation was resolved quickly and described it as an isolated case.
User Warnings
It remains unclear if anyone lost money due to this scam. However, users are reminded to never share their recovery phrases regardless of the source of the request. This incident serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of cybersecurity.
The breach on Ledger's Discord server highlights the need for user vigilance against potential threats. Such incidents underscore the importance of protecting personal data while working with cryptocurrency.
