According to a recent tweet by Avast Threat Labs, the fraudulent scheme involved hijacking YouTube accounts to broadcast fake interviews, and within just a few hours, it amassed approximately $9,000.
The scam operated by taking over legitimate YouTube accounts, which were then used to stream fabricated interviews with Trump and Musk. These streams were designed to appear authentic, leveraging the public’s trust in these high-profile figures.
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Hijacked YouTube Accounts Fuel Deception
The scam operated by taking over legitimate YouTube accounts, which were then used to stream fabricated interviews with Trump and Musk. These streams were designed to appear authentic, leveraging the public’s trust in these high-profile figures.