Major Loss: ETH Theft Due to Address Copying Error

Recent monitoring data reveals that a user mistakenly copied an incorrect address from a tainted transaction history, resulting in the loss of 4,556 ETH, worth $12.25 million.

How to Prevent Similar Incidents?

Experts recommend manually entering or verifying addresses through trusted platforms when conducting blockchain transactions to avoid copying suspicious sources.

  • Use reliable wallet services
  • Regularly check transaction history
  • Avoid copying addresses from unknown sources