🚨Attention BTC enthusiasts! South Korean National Police Agency has revealed that North Korean hackers impersonated government agencies and journalists to steal crypto from unsuspecting victims between March and October 2023. 😱

These hackers targeted nearly 1,500 victims, mainly from the private sector, and even managed to steal information from 57 retired or incumbent government officials. They posed as officials from various South Korean agencies, sending phishing emails with clickbait to recipients. 🎣

Once the victims opened the scam emails or clicked on attached files, their computers were infected with malware, allowing the hackers to steal personal data and information. The attackers also seized user IDs and profiles of 19 people to gain access to their cryptocurrency trading accounts. 🕵️‍♂️

South Korean law enforcement is now doubling down efforts to combat this illegal cyber activity, stating, "The police will work closely with relevant institutions and agencies to continuously track down North Korea's cyber attacks and breaches to prevent losses." 🚔

In related news, North Korean hackers linked to the infamous Lazarus Group are targeting blockchain engineers with new macOS malware. The group currently holds nearly $60 million worth of cryptocurrencies, with BTC making up the majority of the stash valued at $56.15 million. Stay vigilant, folks! 💪🔒