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Users of the popular crypto wallet MetaMask have become the target of a dangerous phishing campaign exploiting trust in two-factor authentication (2FA). Scammers are sending out fake emails claiming that users must update their 2FA login credentials by January 4, 2026, or lose access to key wallet features. In reality, it's a trap — the real goal is to steal their recovery phrases and gain access to digital assets.

Phishing Email in Action
Security expert 23pds from blockchain security firm SlowMist was among the first in the industry to alert users to the scam. He explained that the phishing attack uses a convincing 2FA interface, including countdown timers and prompts, all designed to trick users into revealing their seed phrases.
The entire process looks legitimate but is crafted with one purpose: to steal sensitive wallet information from unsuspecting users.

How to Stay Safe? Key Recommendations
Cybersecurity analyst Tomas Meskauskas previously warned against similar attacks, stressing that users should always:

🔹 Carefully verify the sender's email address

🔹 Never enter login or recovery details via links in an email

🔹 Activate 2FA only through official platforms
Australian security firm MailGuard also intercepted fake emails warning about "unusual activity" on MetaMask accounts, urging users to activate 2FA immediately — but directing them to fraudulent websites.

Attack History & Rising Threats
MetaMask suffered a similar attack in 2022 when a vulnerability in Apple’s iCloud backups led to the theft of crypto assets and NFTs worth over $650,000. The stolen assets included NFTs worth 132.86 ETH and APE tokens valued at over $250,000.
Blockchain security company Halborn has repeatedly urged MetaMask and other crypto projects to establish incident response protocols, emphasizing that no one can catch every phishing attempt.

MetaMask: "We Will Never Email You First"
The MetaMask team reminded users that the company:

🔹 Never sends emails without a prior support request

🔹 Never asks for recovery phrases or Google/Apple account info

🔹 Cannot initiate email communication without explicit user request
In conclusion, MetaMask is urging users to be extra cautious and reminds them that the only way to stay safe is to carefully verify anything related to wallet access — especially email notifications.

Secure yourself before it’s too late. Your wallet is only as safe as your behavior.

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