Pepe Meme Token Website Compromised In Phishing Attack Using Inferno Drainer Code

A recent cyberattack has compromised the official website of Pepe, a popular meme token, with malicious Inferno Drainer code. This breach, highlighted by cybersecurity firm Blockaid, redirects users to a phishing site, exploiting their trust in familiar interfaces. The attackers have cleverly used the compromised front-end to deploy the malicious code, making it more challenging to detect.

The tactic is still effective, as users tend to trust familiar interfaces, and the changed environment makes it easier for quick authorization. The malicious pages often offer enticing incentives, such as airdrops or bonuses, which increases user engagement. Unfortunately, this approach ___ prevalent in phishing campaigns targeting meme token communities.

Industry specialists have observed a surge in activity involving drainer toolkits, including Inferno Drainer, which was previously thought to have retired in 2023. Monitoring groups anticipate more resurgent strains of the related malware. Experts stress that compromises at the front-end often go undetected for an extended period, allowing users to interact with insecure interfaces repeatedly.

The use of code obfuscation techniques makes it difficult to mitigate quickly, emphasizing the need for consistent scanning and third-party verification, particularly for high-traffic crypto websites.