- BNB Chain’s X account hack exposed 4M users to phishing links disguised as Wallet Connect.
- CZ confirmed the breach, warning users to avoid malicious domains tied to the Inferno Drainer group.
- BNB price fell 1.83% to $1,010 but held $1,000 support as the broader crypto market stayed weak.
BNB Chain’s official X account was hacked on Wednesday, exposing nearly four million followers to phishing links disguised as Wallet Connect prompts. Hackers used the compromised account to promote fraudulent sites and meme coins, while Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao confirmed the breach and urged users to avoid the malicious posts.
Phishing Links Posted From Compromised Account
The hackers took control of BNB Chain’s official X account and shared phishing domains designed to trick users into connecting wallets. Zhao confirmed the account was hacked and warned followers not to click or interact with the malicious posts.
“The hacker posted a bunch of links to phishing websites that ask for Wallet Connect. Do NOT connect your wallet,” Zhao wrote. He added that BNB Chain’s security teams had notified X and submitted requests to suspend the account. Takedown requests for the phishing domains were also filed.
Cybersecurity researcher 23pds noted that the attackers used a classic tactic, replacing letters in the phishing domain to appear authentic. He connected the activity to the Inferno Drainer group, known for providing phishing tools and wallet-draining services to affiliates.
Security Efforts and Market Reaction
During the breach, hackers also promoted a meme coin featuring CZ and claimed airdrops were available to BNB Chain users. The misleading posts created confusion, as they were distributed through the official account.
Zhao reminded users to carefully check domains, even if they appear on verified accounts. He wrote: “Always check the domains very carefully, even from official X handles. Stay SAFU!”
At the time of writing, the phishing posts had been removed, although it was not confirmed whether users lost funds. BNB traded 1.83% lower at $1,010 but continued to hold above the $1,000 support level. Broader crypto markets remained under pressure, with Bitcoin steady at $114,000 while altcoins faced increased volatility.
