Hackers used the ClickFix scam to lure a cryptocurrency executive into fake Zoom meetings.
The attackers relied on detailed background info to make the fake meetings seem legitimate and urgent.
Scammers created fabricated security alerts and requests to prompt the executive to take unsafe actions.
By impersonating trusted sources, hackers gained enough trust to push fraudulent links and tools.
The incident highlights growing threats targeting high-profile professionals in crypto and blockchain.
Experts urge users to verify meeting invites and links, especially those involving sensitive accounts or funds.