Shiba Inu Team Issues Critical Scam Alert Over New Wallet Hacks
TLDR
Shiba Inu warns about scammers using fake Discord servers to steal SHIB tokens.
Scammers trick SHIB holders into verifying accounts, draining their wallets quickly.
SHIB developers urge users to verify all links through the official Shiba Inu website.
Shiba Inu ecosystem works on decentralization despite rising security concerns.
The Shiba Inu team has issued a critical warning to its community about a rise in wallet hacks. The latest scams involve fake Discord servers designed to steal SHIB tokens and other digital assets. These fraudulent platforms trick users into connecting their wallets and verifying accounts through unverified links.
The attackers use expired Discord invite links to create counterfeit servers that closely resemble the official Shiba Inu branding. This makes the scams look convincing to unsuspecting SHIB holders. The attackers lure users into connecting their wallets and authorizing malicious transactions.
Fake Discord Servers Target SHIB Holders
According to Shiba Inu developers, scammers are increasingly targeting SHIB holders by creating fake Discord servers.
These platforms use expired invite links that attackers have reclaimed to impersonate official Shiba Inu communication channels. Once users join these fake servers, they are asked to verify their accounts or approve suspicious transactions.
Kaal Dhairya, a SHIB developer, confirmed these reports and warned users to be cautious when interacting with any non-official sources. He explained that once a user connects their wallet to a scam link, their digital assets could be drained in a matter of minutes. “Users should never rush into connecting their wallets or approving any transactions from unverified links,” Dhairya advised.
Shiba Inu Community Reacts to the Warning
The warning has sparked concern among the SHIB community. A recent post on X (formerly Twitter) by a user claimed their wallet, Shiba Inu: Deployer 1, had been compromised. This user alleged that unauthorized tokens had been launched from the address.
Although Kaal Dhairya quickly addressed the issue, reassuring the community that no ecosystems were linked to the compromised wallet, the incident raised further alarm.
Don’t trust that wallet launching anything. No critical systems are tied to it, except the known leash issue with the old dev woof. It can and will be used to launch new tokens in the future, as has been happening, but they could be scams.
— Kaal (@kaaldhairya) August 14, 2025
Dhairya also reminded SHIB holders that any future tokens from that address could be scams. He emphasized that the official Shiba Inu website, shib.io, is the only trusted source for verified links.
Staying Safe: How to Protect Shiba Inu Tokens
Shiba Inu developers are urging users to stay vigilant when navigating online spaces. The team insists that all official announcements, links, and updates can be verified through the official Shiba Inu website and official social media channels. Users are encouraged to avoid clicking on any links that lead to unofficial Discord servers or websites.
The Shiba Inu ecosystem is working on enhancing security measures. However, the team is focusing on educating the community about these risks. “It’s important that our users understand the signs of scams and take the necessary precautions to protect their assets,” said Dhairya.
Despite the growing concerns over security, Shiba Inu continues to make strides in its technological development. Recently, the team introduced updates to its Shibarium developer hub. These updates aim to support the decentralized nature of the platform and attract more developers to participate in the growing network.
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Filed under: News - @ August 15, 2025 12:27 pm