Malwarebytes warns fake crypto AML checkers are draining wallets by tricking users into connecting wallets and approving malicious transactions

Malwarebytes reports that scammers posing as anti-money-laundering (AML) verification services ask users to connect their wallets for a supposed compliance scan. Once a wallet is connected, victims are deceived into approving transactions that transfer their funds to the attackers. The cybersecurity firm notes that a legitimate AML check requires only a public wallet address, never a wallet connection or transaction approval. The article advises caution whenever prompted to connect a wallet, as such requests can be a sign of fraud.

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