Blockstream has issued a warning about a new email phishing campaign that targets users of its Jade hardware wallets. The malicious email claims to provide a firmware update but links to a fraudulent website. The company clarified that it never distributes firmware files via email and confirmed that no data has been breached during this attack. Phishing schemes like this aim to deceive users into providing sensitive information such as private keys or passwords by impersonating legitimate companies. Recent reports indicated that phishing scams in August affected over 15,000 victims, marking a significant increase from July. With the growing sophistication of these scams, users are urged to adopt safety measures, including verifying URL addresses, avoiding links from unfamiliar senders, and using virtual private networks (VPNs). Scammers often mimic legitimate websites by altering URLs slightly, which can lead to unintentional data theft. Users should bookmark trusted sites and remain vigilant against potential online threats.

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