Millions of Bluesky must beware dangerously convincing ‘lion’ email – delete it immediately if it appears in your inbox
An urgent warning about a deadly scam email has been sent to the millions of individuals who are flocking to Bluesky.
The Sun only disclosed yesterday that expensive but useless app invites were being sent to Bluesky new users.
According to eBay listings, the pointless Bluesky invites might cost up to $300 (around 230).
Experts have now informed The Sun that cybercriminals will attempt yet another ruse to steal your money or personal information.
Adam Pilton, a security expert, informed us that these online criminals are hunting like a “lion” as former users of X (formerly Twitter) flock to sign up for rival app Bluesky.
Adam, Senior Cybersecurity Consultant at CyberSmart, told The Sun that “right now, people are moving to BlueSky as an alternative to and replacement for X.”
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“Cybercriminals will definitely take advantage of this.
“Cybercriminals will be watching the movement from one platform to another, just like a lion pursuing a herd of wildebeest, prepared to strike.
“We will undoubtedly see fake messages inviting users to BlueSky, along with links that claim to lead there but instead direct users to malicious websites.”
He cautioned consumers to be on the lookout for a convincing scam email.
The way it operates is by taking advantage of the fact that millions of people have joined Bluesky.
Phishers will ask users to authenticate themselves in phony “authentication” emails.
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Additionally, it is hoped that those who recently signed up would receive these emails in their inboxes.
It’s the ideal scam because users frequently anticipate receiving this type of mail after opening an account.
“Over the coming days and weeks, as you receive these communications, it’s crucial to verify their authenticity,” Adam cautioned.
“What looks to be BlueSky may get in touch with you and send you a link for new users to verify their identity. Watch out for these dangers.
BLUESKY CHAOS DON’T FALL FOR SCAMS!
Paul Bischoff, Comparitech’s Consumer Privacy Advocate, gave The Sun this official advise.
We may soon witness a surge of scammers hoping to profit from the mass migration from X, even though Bluesky is still rather calm for the time being.
In order to fool victims into following them, scammers will impersonate well-known X accounts that haven’t moved yet. The phony accounts can subsequently be used by scammers to propagate spam and scams. Watch who you follow!
“Malicious Bluesky decoy apps are being made by cybercriminals to fool consumers into installing them.
For users who lack access to Google Play or the App Store and must rely on unofficial app shops without stringent screening and authentication procedures, or in locations where Bluesky is blocked in well-known app stores, this can be especially problematic.
“Bots, spam, and phishing will be present, just as on any social networking platform. Although users can report these accounts to aid with moderation, they will never entirely disappear.
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“Even while BlueSky can seem familiar, its novelty gives hackers the chance to take advantage of our ignorance of the platform.
“They may impersonate BlueSky admins, other authority figures, or even celebrities.”
In recent weeks, Bluesky’s popularity has skyrocketed.
The app was first developed as an internal Twitter project in 2019 and then separated in October 2022.
In February 2023, it then made its debut as a social media app that was invite-only.
Bluesky’s invitation scheme, which allowed anyone to sign up for free, ceased in February of this year.
It’s a complete hoax, therefore don’t trust anyone who is selling Bluesky invites.
“Unfortunately, scammers try to take advantage of popularity,” Erich Kron, a security awareness advocate at KnowBe4, told The Sun.
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“Scammers continue to profit from the fact that BlueSky was previously only accessible through invites, tricking individuals into purchasing invites when they are no longer required.
“Because people may be in a rush to stake claim on their username or for other reasons, they may not research the fact that invites are no longer needed.”
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