Hacking to steal digital assets is a serious crime that can lead to huge financial losses for users.
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The following are some of the scams in which hackers steal digital assets from exchange users:
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Fake exchange scam: Hackers may create a fake Astral Exchange to entice users to sign up and deposit assets. Once the user deposits assets, the hacker steals the assets and disappears.
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Phishing scams: Hackers may send links masquerading as Astral Exchange through fake emails or social media accounts, tricking users into entering account and password information, which they then use to steal the user's digital assets.
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Malware scams: Hackers may infect a user's device with malware to steal the user's digital assets. This malware may masquerade as Astral Exchange or wallet software, and when the user inputs account and password information, the hacker will access this information and steal digital assets.
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To avoid these scams, take care to protect your personal information and digital assets. Here are some common suggestions:
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Use strong passwords: Make sure your exchange account, wallet, or other account is set up with a strong password, which means it should be long enough and contain different types of characters such as numbers, letters, and symbols. Do not use passwords that are easy to guess, such as birthdays, home addresses, or other personal information.
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Enable two-step verification: Astral exchange and wallets both offer two-step verification. When enabled, each login or transfer requires the entry of authentication information other than a password, such as an SMS verification code received or a security key.
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Protect personal information: Avoid posting too much personal information, such as birthdays, addresses, phone numbers, etc., on social media or in other public places. This information can be used by hackers to attack your account.
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Back up your wallet regularly: Back up your digital currency wallet regularly and store the backup files in a secure place, such as an encrypted USB drive or an offline hardware wallet. This will help you recover your digital currency in case your wallet is lost or stolen.
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Use a secure network: When trading digital currency, make sure you are connected to a secure network, such as using your home network rather than public Wi-Fi. Public networks can be insecure, allowing hackers to steal your digital currency.
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Be aware of online fraud: Be wary of phishing emails, fake websites, and other online scams that could lead to hackers stealing your personal information and digital currency.