Kucoin StepDrainer Malware Targets 12 Crypto Websites in Coordinated Attack
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- •StepDrainer malware affected 12 cryptocurrency websites on October 31, 2026.
- •Attackers compromised domain infrastructure to redirect users to malicious sites.
- •Affected platforms include StonkFun, Pickle Finance, and Kintsu, with ongoing investigations.
On October 31, 2026, a coordinated wave of frontend attacks impacted at least 12 cryptocurrency websites, including StonkFun and Pickle Finance. Attackers used StepDrainer malware to redirect users to wallet-draining pages after compromising domain infrastructure. Blockchain security firm Blockaid linked the incidents to StepDrainer, a malware toolkit that facilitates fraudulent wallet connections and transaction approvals. Affected platforms included Flap, Kintsu, and others, with StonkFun confirming its website was compromised but stating that on-chain operations remained unaffected. Users were advised to avoid connecting wallets or signing transactions during the incident. The attack's scope continues to be investigated, with security firms working to gather more data and restore affected services.
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