Coldcard Investigates Phishing Link That Appeared on Its X Account
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Hardware wallet maker Coldcard has stated it is investigating how a phishing link was posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account. The company has acknowledged the incident and is working to determine how the unauthorized post appeared.
WHY IT MATTERS
A hardware wallet is a physical device used to store cryptocurrency offline, which is considered one of the safest ways to protect digital assets. Coldcard is one of the companies that makes these devices. When a phishing link appears on a trusted company's social media page, it is like a scammer putting up a fake sign inside a bank lobby directing customers to hand over their passwords. People tend to trust posts from official accounts, so a malicious link posted there can trick users into visiting fake websites that steal their crypto or personal data. This incident is a reminder that even companies focused on security can have their public-facing accounts targeted, and users should always verify links independently before clicking.
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