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Fireblocks Foils North Korea Crypto Scam on LinkedIn

1/31/2026

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Fireblocks disrupted a North Korea-linked recruitment scam targeting crypto developers via fake LinkedIn profiles.
The attackers impersonated hiring processes and used malware to access candidates' devices, risking exposure of wallets and private keys.
Fireblocks, LinkedIn, and law enforcement removed nearly a dozen profiles active for years.
Fireblocks CEO Michael Shaulov said the attackers evolved rapidly, making detection difficult, while LinkedIn funds technology to curb harm.

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Fireblocks disrupted a North Korea-linked recruitment scam targeting crypto developers via fake LinkedIn profiles.
The attackers impersonated hiring processes and used malware to access candidates' devices, risking exposure of wallets and private keys.
Fireblocks, LinkedIn, and law enforcement removed nearly a dozen profiles active for years.
Fireblocks CEO Michael Shaulov said the attackers evolved rapidly, making detection difficult, while LinkedIn funds technology to curb harm.