Crypto Podcast UpOnly X Account Hacked, Scammers Push Fake Token

Hacker behind NFT project scam says they profited substantially from impersonating crypto influencer

  • UpOnly podcast’s X account compromised, with Hackers posting fraudulent token advertisements.
  • Account handle changed from @uponlyTV to @RanByLyoni during the security breach.
  • Host Brian Krogsgard confirms no SIM swap involvement in the account takeover.
  • Hackers claim six-figure profits from exploiting the podcast’s brand recognition.
  • Security expert Plum investigates claims of involvement by X users meth and Lyoni.

Cryptocurrency podcast UpOnly became the latest victim of social media account compromise, as hackers seized control of its X (formerly Twitter) account to promote unauthorized tokens. The incident, discovered by host Brian Krogsgard at 2:00 am GMT, resulted in the dissemination of fraudulent cryptocurrency offerings under the established brand’s name.

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Anatomy of the Attack

Krogsgard, known in crypto circles as Ledger, reported that the breach occurred through unknown means, explicitly ruling out SIM swapping – a common attack vector where criminals hijack phone numbers to bypass two-factor authentication. The attackers executed several strategic moves:

  • Modified the account handle from @uponlyTV to @RanByLyoni
  • Posted promotional content for a fake UpOnly token
  • Claimed profits exceeding six figures from the scheme

Security Response and Investigation

Co-host Jordan Fish (Cobie) temporarily unlocked his private account to warn followers about the compromise. Web3 security researcher Plum documented the incident, noting that while two X users were initially implicated in the attack, both have denied involvement.

The podcast, which hasn’t streamed on YouTube in over two years according to their channel, maintains significant influence in the cryptocurrency community. While the hackers removed most promotional posts, they left messages attempting to negotiate with Cobie and claiming financial gains from the exploit.

The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in cryptocurrency social media, where brand impersonation and unauthorized token promotions continue to pose risks to investors and content creators alike.

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