A hacker impersonating a crypto news site employee targeted cybersecurity professionals during major hacking conferences, using social media and Google Docs to deploy malware.
Hacker pretended to work for a leading cryptocurrency news outlet
Aug 21, 2026
12:44 pm
What's the storyCybersecurity professionals are often the hardest to hack, given their expertise in identifying and mitigating threats. However, a recent attack has shown that even these experts can be targeted.
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