TLDR
Victim DMs the @realexchange handle for help; bot replies + invites to 'verified support' channel run by a Telegram bot that mimics Binance/Coinbase/Trezor/Ledger support. Bot then asks for seed phrase / 2FA code 'for verification'. Tells:...
How it works
Victim DMs the @realexchange handle for help; bot replies + invites to 'verified support' channel run by a Telegram bot that mimics Binance/Coinbase/Trezor/Ledger support. Bot then asks for seed phrase / 2FA code 'for verification'. Tells:...
Red flags
- Urgent pressure to click, pay, or share codes immediately.
- A link or sender that does not match the official organization.
- Requests for card data, passwords, OTPs, wallet signatures, or bank transfers.
What to do
- 1Bot then asks for seed phrase / 2FA code 'for verification'.
- 2DO: never share seed phrase / 2FA codes anywhere; only use support links from the official app/website.
Source
Telegram-Bot-Scam-Reports
Source reviewed by Mythos Forensic Team
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/telegram-bots-scam/FAQ
Is Telegram bot impersonating customer support of crypto exchange / bank a real scam pattern?
Yes. Treat the message, call, or payment request as suspicious until you verify it through an official channel.
What are the first warning signs?
Urgent pressure to click, pay, or share codes immediately.; A link or sender that does not match the official organization.; Requests for card data, passwords, OTPs, wallet signatures, or bank transfers.
What should I do first?
Bot then asks for seed phrase / 2FA code 'for verification'.; DO: never share seed phrase / 2FA codes anywhere; only use support links from the official app/website.
Can LegalAudit check my case?
Yes. Start a free chat and paste the message, link, sender, or payment details for triage.