The official BNB Chain account on X (formerly Twitter) was recently compromised, according to a security alert from former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ). Hackers used the account to spread fake messages and phishing links, targeting users to connect their wallets via Wallet Connect.
BNB Chain and Binance teams immediately warned users not to click any suspicious links or authorize any transactions. “Do not connect your wallet,” the security alert emphasized, highlighting the potential risks posed by the breach. The platform is actively investigating the incident and has coordinated with X to suspend the account and remove malicious content. Requests have also been submitted to take down all identified phishing sites.
Among the fraudulent posts, hackers shared a message promising “$4 for a meme,” accompanied by a wallet address and an image of CZ. Binance confirmed the breach through its Chinese account and reiterated that users should avoid interacting with any of the fraudulent content.
This incident is part of a broader trend affecting high-profile social media accounts. Since early 2024, multiple notable brands and organizations have fallen victim to similar attacks:
- In February 2024, MicroStrategy’s X account was exploited to promote a fake airdrop.
- In September 2024, several popular accounts were hijacked to advertise scam tokens, though attackers failed to profit.
- Also in September 2024, OpenAI’s press account was compromised to promote a fraudulent token.
- In January 2025, Nasdaq’s X account was attacked to promote a meme coin, STONKS, whose market capitalization spiked to $85 million before collapsing to $600,000.
Experts warn that as the use of crypto grows, phishing attacks and account compromises on social media remain a significant threat. Users are urged to exercise caution, verify sources, and follow official updates from platforms and projects directly.
