Definition ∞ An impersonation attack is a type of cyberattack where a malicious actor pretends to be a legitimate user, entity, or system to gain unauthorized access or deceive others. In the crypto space, this can involve phishing scams where attackers mimic official websites or support personnel to steal private keys or seed phrases. Such attacks exploit trust and often leverage social engineering tactics. Preventing these requires vigilance and strong authentication measures.
Context ∞ Crypto news frequently reports on various impersonation attacks targeting users of exchanges, wallets, and decentralized applications, emphasizing the constant threat to digital asset holders. Security advisories regularly warn about sophisticated phishing campaigns and social engineering attempts. The industry continuously develops enhanced authentication methods and user education programs to counter these deceptive tactics.
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