Zoom Phishing Attack Targets Cryptocurrency Leader, Highlights Growing Crypto Security Threat

Kenny Li, co-founder of Manta Network, narrowly escaped a targeted Zoom phishing attack that highlights the growing danger for cryptocurrency leaders. The attack used an expertly crafted scheme to deceive him into downloading a suspicious file disguised as a Zoom update. Despite the apparent legitimacy of the hacker’s presentation, including a video call with a seemingly familiar face and a convincing voice, Li realized something was amiss and ended the call. Li’s experience reveals that hackers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their attacks, utilizing real video footage to fool unsuspecting victims and exploiting trust.