How Crypto Users Get Rekt and How You Can Stay Safe - Ep. 987 | Unchained

In this episode of Unchained, host Laura Shin interviews Pablo Sabbatella and Isaac Patka from the Security Alliance (SEAL) about the current state of crypto security and how to protect crypto assets. They discuss the shift from smart contract hacks to operational security issues and social engineering attacks, including North Korean IT workers infiltrating crypto companies. The guests offer advice to both crypto companies and individual users, including verifying identities, implementing least privilege policies, using hardware wallets, and being wary of social engineering tactics. They also touch on the role of privacy tools and what to do if crypto is stolen, emphasizing the importance of incident response training and contacting SEAL 911 for assistance.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction, Current Landscape

Part 2: SEAL Initiatives, Safe Harbor

Part 3: North Korean IT Worker Threats

Part 4: Corporate Security, Hiring Strategies

Part 5: Individual Security, Best Practices

Part 6: Privacy, Recovery, Resources

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How Crypto Users Get Rekt and How You Can Stay Safe - Ep. 987

Unchained

Part 1: Introduction, Current Landscape

Introduction to Crypto Security and Recent Hacks

The Evolving Landscape of Crypto Security Threats

Part 2: SEAL Initiatives, Safe Harbor

Overview of SEAL (Security Alliance) and its Initiatives

Safe Harbor Initiative and the Growing Trend of North Korean IT Workers

Part 3: North Korean IT Worker Threats

The Threat of North Korean IT Workers in Crypto Companies

Methods Used by North Korean IT Workers and Challenges in Detection

Part 4: Corporate Security, Hiring Strategies

Recommendations for Crypto Companies to Avoid Hiring Bad Actors

Internal Security Practices for Crypto Companies

Test Transactions, Address Poisoning, and the Bybit Hack

The Importance of Team Training and Least Privilege Policies

Part 5: Individual Security, Best Practices

Common Ways Individuals Get Hacked and Basic Security Recommendations

Biometric Setups, Managing Multiple Addresses, and Email Security

Hosted Setups, Custodians, and Advanced Security Measures

Part 6: Privacy, Recovery, Resources

The Impact of Privacy on Security and Accountability

What to Do If Your Crypto Gets Stolen and Additional Resources

How Crypto Users Get Rekt and How You Can Stay Safe - Ep. 987

Unchained

Part 1: Introduction, Current Landscape

00:00Introduction to Crypto Security and Recent Hacks

Introduction to Crypto Security and Recent Hacks

04:07The Evolving Landscape of Crypto Security Threats

The Evolving Landscape of Crypto Security Threats

Part 2: SEAL Initiatives, Safe Harbor

07:46Overview of SEAL (Security Alliance) and its Initiatives

Overview of SEAL (Security Alliance) and its Initiatives

12:28Safe Harbor Initiative and the Growing Trend of North Korean IT Workers

Safe Harbor Initiative and the Growing Trend of North Korean IT Workers

Part 3: North Korean IT Worker Threats

15:20The Threat of North Korean IT Workers in Crypto Companies

The Threat of North Korean IT Workers in Crypto Companies

24:00Methods Used by North Korean IT Workers and Challenges in Detection

Methods Used by North Korean IT Workers and Challenges in Detection

Part 4: Corporate Security, Hiring Strategies

26:21Recommendations for Crypto Companies to Avoid Hiring Bad Actors

Recommendations for Crypto Companies to Avoid Hiring Bad Actors

31:32Internal Security Practices for Crypto Companies

Internal Security Practices for Crypto Companies

36:30Test Transactions, Address Poisoning, and the Bybit Hack

Test Transactions, Address Poisoning, and the Bybit Hack

45:05The Importance of Team Training and Least Privilege Policies

The Importance of Team Training and Least Privilege Policies

Part 5: Individual Security, Best Practices

50:52Common Ways Individuals Get Hacked and Basic Security Recommendations

Common Ways Individuals Get Hacked and Basic Security Recommendations

57:53Biometric Setups, Managing Multiple Addresses, and Email Security

Biometric Setups, Managing Multiple Addresses, and Email Security

1:02:31Hosted Setups, Custodians, and Advanced Security Measures

Hosted Setups, Custodians, and Advanced Security Measures

Part 6: Privacy, Recovery, Resources

1:09:33The Impact of Privacy on Security and Accountability

The Impact of Privacy on Security and Accountability

1:13:38What to Do If Your Crypto Gets Stolen and Additional Resources

What to Do If Your Crypto Gets Stolen and Additional Resources