Hackers are now using several websites to push their fake bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) giveaway programs, according to a Bleeping Computer report on May 26, 2019.
Per sources close to the matter, hackers are now promoting a fake Bitcoin Collector scam promising users $5 to $30 worth of free bitcoins when they run the program.
In reality, the primary aim of the malware, which is disguised as a cryptocurrency giveaway program, is to install ransomware or phishing trojans on the victims computer.
Reportedly, the scheme was first discovered by a malware researcher with the moniker, Frost. Specifically, the operation is promoted through sites that promise to reward users with ether and bitcoin when they refer others to visit the platform. They state in their FAQ page that when a person refers 1,000 visitors with their referral link, theyll earn three ether.
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