New Phishing Scam Targets Pudgy Penguins NFT Holders – BitRss

A new phishing scam targeting Pudgy Penguins NFT holders has raised concerns about cryptocurrency security. Scammers are using misleading Google ads to direct users to fake websites, stealing their crypto wallet information. This attack coincides with the rising popularity of the PENGU token.

Details of the Phishing Attack

The phishing scam is carried out using malicious Google ads hosted on the Adloox tracking domain. These ads execute malicious JavaScript code to detect Web3 wallets. Once a wallet is detected, users are redirected to a fraudulent Pudgy Penguins website, “pudqypenguin.com,” where their wallet information and private keys are stolen.

The attack is particularly deceptive due to its visibility on trusted websites. Scammers are using the Prebid.js header bidding library and the Adloox analytics module to connect harmful ads with users. The fake websites closely resemble the official Pudgy Penguins platform, making it difficult for users to spot the scam.

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