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Binance reveals $6.3bn heist used malware and fake job interviews

Original: Hackers behind $6.3bn Binance heist ‘used malware and bogus job interviews’ By Dan Milmo Global technology editor Firm r

Binance has revealed details of how hackers stole $6.3bn from the cryptocurrency exchange, saying the operation began in June. According to reports, the attackers used malware and bogus job interviews to gain access. The disclosure is drawing attention to security risks across the crypto industry.

Why now: The scale of the theft and the unusual social-engineering tactics disclosed by Binance are newsworthy.

BinanceDan MilmoThe Guardian

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