Criminals break into user accounts through various means in order to steal user assets or engage in other illegal activities. This article will showcase several common methods used by criminals to steal accounts and how to prevent them.
Hackers directly attack accounts
Hackers break into user accounts through various means, usually including brute force password cracking, using leaked username and password combinations, or obtaining user login information through social engineering methods. Once the hacker successfully logs into the account, they can access the user's digital assets and make transfers or withdrawals.
Preventive measures:
1. C2C transaction time verification: Enhance account security through SMS, email, or more secure authentication methods (such as Google Authenticator).
2. Use strong passwords: Avoid using simple passwords, preferably combining multiple characters such as letters, numbers, symbols, etc., to avoid reusing the same password.
3. Regularly change passwords: Update passwords regularly, especially when abnormal login is detected.
4. Avoid using public Wi Fi: Try to avoid using insecure public networks during transactions to prevent being attacked by man in the middle.
Fishing Attack
Criminals deceive users into entering their accounts, passwords, or private keys by forging platform websites, emails, text messages, or social media pages, thereby stealing user information.
Preventive measures:
1. Confirm official website address: Always visit the platform's official website, verify the page through official channels, and verify whether the website/email address is an official channel. It is recommended to avoid clicking on links sent via email or SMS.
2. Be wary of suspicious emails and text messages: Do not easily click on links in emails, especially those that require sensitive information.
Malicious Trojan software and viruses
Criminals infect users' computers or mobile devices through malicious software such as trojans, viruses, or spyware, stealing their stored sensitive information. Malicious software may spread through malicious links, disguised as normal programs, or downloading attachments. Once a user installs and runs a malicious program, criminals can secretly monitor the user's behavior and steal information such as passwords, private keys, or mnemonics. Criminals can remotely access users' accounts and steal digital assets through this information.
Preventive measures:
1. Regularly update the operating system and applications: Ensure that the system and applications are up-to-date.
2. Install antivirus software: Install and enable trusted antivirus software, and regularly scan devices.
3. Avoid downloading software from unknown sources: Only download software from official websites or trusted app stores, and avoid downloading software or plugins from unknown sources.
4. Strengthen the protection of Google Authenticator: It is recommended that you use Google Authenticator and email separately on different devices, and turn off the "cloud synchronization" function of Google Authenticator to prevent your two factor authentication (2FA) data from being leaked.
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