Security· ★★★· bearish·

Hackers breach HBO Max Reddit account to spread crypto malware

  • 108 malicious ads were launched through HBO Max's verified account
  • The ads led to fake software download pages with crypto malware
  • The attack exploited trust in the streaming service's official account
Why it matters: Hacks of major brands on social media remain a working delivery channel for crypto malware, raising risks for users' wallets.
Source: Decrypt