Hackers Target Jupiter DEX and Former Malaysian PM’s X Accounts to Push Fake Tokens

Jupiter DEX and Former Malaysian PM's X Accounts Compromised in Crypto Scam Attack

  • Two major X (formerly Twitter) accounts compromised in coordinated attack targeting cryptocurrency communities.
  • Solana-based Jupiter DEX aggregator’s main account hijacked to promote fraudulent tokens.
  • Former Malaysian prime minister’s social media account also targeted in the cryptocurrency scam campaign.
  • Multisignature security features protected Jupiter’s core operational infrastructure.
  • The incident highlights ongoing security challenges for high-profile accounts in the cryptocurrency space.

Cryptocurrency scammers have compromised the social media accounts of Jupiter, a leading Solana-based decentralized exchange aggregator, and a former Malaysian prime minister in a coordinated attack aimed at promoting fraudulent tokens.

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The security breach, detected on February 5, prompted Jupiter Mobile to issue an urgent warning to its community, cautioning users against interacting with any links or purchasing tokens promoted through its compromised main account. The incident marks another significant case of social media exploitation in the cryptocurrency sector.

Siong Ong, Jupiter’s co-founder, confirmed the breach while reassuring users that the platform’s critical infrastructure remained secure. The exchange’s use of multisignature security protocols – a system requiring multiple authorized signatures to execute transactions – prevented the attackers from accessing core operational functions.

Decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregators like Jupiter serve as crucial infrastructure in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, combining liquidity from various trading platforms to offer users optimal trading routes. This attack represents a concerning trend in targeted social media compromises within the cryptocurrency sector, following similar incidents involving major protocols and public figures.

The dual nature of the attack, targeting both a prominent cryptocurrency platform and a former head of state, suggests a sophisticated approach by scammers to maximize the reach and perceived legitimacy of their fraudulent schemes. Industry experts recommend enhanced security measures, including two-factor authentication and hardware security keys, to protect high-profile social media accounts.

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