Match Systems has revealed details of a popular phishing scheme targeting TON network users, operating under the name “notcoin-airdrop.”
This fraudulent scheme exploits the allure of free offers to lure victims into stealing their money.
Fraudulent scheme: notcoin-airdrop (SCAM!)
Website: notcoin-airdrop.world
Bot: @notcoin_joins_robot
Scammer's address: UQDdtgfcuCkLwcuNOfVjLWbr2X_dkQJohmrLuAab9DlOPXlR
How the fraudulent scheme works:
The scheme tricks users through a series of carefully thought-out steps into believing they are participating in a legitimate free cryptocurrency airdrop.
Here are the details of the plan:
Misleading advertising: The scheme begins by targeting targeted victims with an advertisement about a free cryptocurrency giveaway, encouraging them to participate to receive free coins.
Directing the victim to the site: The victim follows the link provided in the ad, believing that he or she will be participating in a legitimate coin distribution operation.
Wallet connection and deal signing: The victim is asked to connect his digital wallet to the site and sign a deal to get free coins.
Money theft: After the deal is signed, all funds are transferred from the victim's wallet to the scammer's address.
The indicated address is used to collect money from unwary users, with the scammer earning tens of thousands of dollars daily.
These stolen funds are laundered across decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and centralized exchanges (CEXs), making them difficult to trace and recover.
How to protect yourself?
Unfortunately, scammers are becoming increasingly clever at designing complex schemes to lure potential victims.
However, there are some basic steps you can take to protect yourself:
Be wary of free offers.
Check the source: Before clicking any link or providing any information, check the source of the offer, follow official channels and check reviews and warnings from others.
Do not share your personal information: Avoid entering your wallet information or signing trades without ensuring the complete legitimacy of the transaction.
Use secure wallets: Use wallets that provide advanced security features, such as hardware wallets, multi-signature wallets, or two-factor authentication.
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