by Daniel Croft
Cyber experts have become the latest target for bad actors after a phishing campaign offering a highly sought-after cyber tool was discovered.
The device in question is the Flipper Zero, a portable multi-tool that allows users to hack a multitude of devices, such as RFID locks on cars, and radio protocols. The technology is “open source and customisable”, allowing users to use it for a wide range of use cases.
The device’s cutesy handheld, toy-like appearance combined with its powerful hacking ability drew in massive interest when first announced in 2020, earning it 81 times its Kickstarter goal of $60,000 for a total of almost $4.9 million.
With production and supply issues affecting the amount of available stock, cyber criminals are taking advantage of the desperation of cyber experts, offering them false promises of a Flipper Zero in exchange for cryptocurrency.
The phishing campaign was first discovered by security researcher Dominic Alvieri at the beginning of December after he found three fake Twitter accounts and two fake websites claiming to sell the product.