The cryptocurrency world faces another security scare as sensitive user data from Binance and Gemini has reportedly surfaced on the dark web. Hackers are allegedly selling over 230,000 records, including names, emails, phone numbers, and passwords, raising serious concerns about cybersecurity in the crypto space.
What Happened? Two separate threat actors have claimed responsibility for leaking sensitive data:
Gemini Leak: On March 27, a hacker using the alias AKM69 listed a database containing 100,000 user records allegedly tied to Gemini. The dataset primarily includes users from the United States, with some entries from Singapore and the UK. The stolen data is being marketed for scams, fraud, and targeted marketing campaigns.
Binance Leak: Just a day earlier, on March 26, another hacker under the alias kiki88888 reportedly offered over 132,000 Binance user records for sale. This batch includes email addresses and passwords, potentially exposing users to account takeovers.