Unconfirmed Gemini, Binance Breaches Claimed; Data Leaked?
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Hackers breach Gemini and Binance, stealing data of over 100,000 users. Stolen data fuels identity theft, scams, and phishing attacks in crypto market. Cyber threats increase, with scams targeting crypto users across multiple exchanges. Hackers claim they breached crypto exchanges Gemini and Binance, exposing personal information from over 100,000 users of each platform. The data – allegedly including names, emails, and phone numbers – is reportedly up for sale on the dark web, according to cybersecurity researchers at The Dark Web Informer. These unconfirmed claims heighten concerns about cybercrime risks and potential scams targeting cryptocurrency users. Gemini User Data Allegedly For Sale: What’s Claimed? The Dark Web Informer’s report details claims from a hacker using the alias “AKM69.” This individual allegedly stole and is selling a database containing records for around 100,000 Gemini users. The affected users are reportedly primarily in the United States, though some records are linked to Singapore and the UK. Sensitive information allegedly includes full names, email addresses, phone numbers, and location details. The source of this potential breach remains unconfirmed. Gemini has not commented publicly on the matter, and it’s unclear whether the issue, if confirmed, stems from an internal network compromise or external factors like widespread phishing or malware on user devices. Binance Also Targeted? Separate Hacker Claims 132k Records Following the Gemini report, a separate hacker identified as “kiki88888” reportedly offered over 132,000 records for sale, claiming they contain Binance user data including emails and passwords. The authenticity and origin of this claimed Binance data are also unconfirmed. The Dark Web Informer suggests compromised user devices are one possible vector if the data proves legitimate. 🚨Alleged data leak of Binance emails/passwords logs The compromised data reportedly contains 132,744 lines of information URL:LOGIN:PASS format pic.twitter.com/AgtDaUeY46 — Dark Web Informer – Cyber Threat Intelligence (@DarkWebInformer)…
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