Crypto Scammers Target CoinMarketCap and Cointelegraph with Security Breaches

Crypto scams are evolving, shifting focus from exchanges to popular information sites like CoinMarketCap and Cointelegraph. Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has warned users to be cautious with wallet connection requests.

CoinMarketCap experienced a front-end breach on June 20, causing a fake wallet prompt due to unauthorized JavaScript in a doodle image.
The exploit resulted in a temporary disruption of the platform, affecting 39 users who lost a total of $18,570; CoinMarketCap will cover these losses.
On June 22, Cointelegraph confirmed a similar breach with a fraudulent pop-up offering fake tokens and requesting wallet connections.
Scam Sniffer reported that attackers aimed to drain assets by tricking users into connecting their wallets through malicious scripts embedded in advertisements.
The incidents highlight a coordinated campaign using ad-based JavaScript exploits against high-traffic crypto websites.

Investors are advised to remain vigilant amid rising threats targeting information platforms.