A recent security investigation has shed light on a growing threat to the cryptocurrency sector.
The six-month inquiry, supported by Ethereum's ETH Rangers program, uncovered around 100 suspected North Korean IT operatives working in various Web3 and crypto companies.
The probe found that these individuals gained roles at multiple firms through standard hiring processes, making detection challenging for human resources teams.
Traditionally, North Korean cyberattacks focused on hacking exchanges and technical exploits from the outside. However, recent evidence suggests that perpetrators are increasingly aiming for internal access through employment.