How do attackers perform Social media phishing?

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A social media phishing attack can be executed on various social media platforms, including but not limited to:

  1. Twitter: scammers often create fake accounts that mimic legitimate users or organizations. These scammers post fake giveaways/promotions, directing users to a phishing site.
  2. Telegram: Scammers can create fake groups and impersonate admins or moderators to trick users into sending their private keys or funds.
  3. Reddit: Reddit allows users to create communities or subreddits on various topics, including cryptocurrency. Fraudsters can create fake subreddits or impersonate moderators to trick users.
  4. LinkedIn: LinkedIn is a professional networking platform that attackers can use to target potential victims. They can create fake profiles and impersonate a legitimate entity or person to trick users into giving away their private keys or funds.

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