Lobsters·1yHaving Fun With a Scamming Crypto Job
A detailed account of a crypto job scam that the author encountered and how they identified it as a scam. The post includes insights on recognizing dubious job offers, analyzing potentially malicious code, and provides advice on safeguarding against similar frauds. The author concludes by highlighting the importance of checking job specifics and staying vigilant, especially in the crypto industry.
Tech Lead Digest·1yXRP supply chain attack: Official NPM package infected with crypto stealing backdoor
A sophisticated attack compromised the official xrpl NPM package by inserting a backdoor to steal cryptocurrency private keys, affecting numerous applications and websites. The attack involved releasing unauthorized versions of the package containing malicious code. Users are advised to check if they have used the compromised versions and take immediate steps to secure their wallets. Aikido Intel detected the malware and has updated the threat feed to protect against such vulnerabilities.
Anthony GG·1yCryptowatch is back!
Market Monkey, formerly Crypto Watch, is a fast and user-friendly trading platform offering features such as customizable charts, orderflow analytics, and real-time market data. Built by a small team, it aims to provide users with the ability to tailor their trading setup and supports multiple exchanges and tickers. Still in beta, it promises future enhancements like aggregated heat maps and custom layouts.