ME News reports that on October 10 (UTC+8), Bitcoin News posted on X that security researcher @cyberscrilla discovered a fraudulent Ledger website and app appearing at the top of Google search results, designed to trick users into revealing their 24-word recovery phrases. According to Google data, the site reportedly received over 1 million visits in the past 30 days. Previously, cybersecurity firm Zscaler found in a September investigation that malicious Google ads impersonated Ledger and redirected users to fake wallet verification pages. Ledger is currently investigating a suspected wallet theft case involving customers of Southeast Asian distributor CryptoBilis, with estimated losses of $86 million. (Source: ODAILY)
Fake Ledger website appears at top of Google search; alleged $86 million wallet theft under investigation
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A fake Ledger site now ranks at the top of Google for related searches, tricking users into revealing their 24-word recovery phrases. The site reportedly received over 1 million visits in 30 days. Zscaler previously flagged malicious ads impersonating Ledger. Ledger is investigating an $86 million theft linked to dealer CryptoBilis. Traders are advised to remain cautious and monitor top altcoins for signs of market shifts.
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