North Korean Hackers Drain $285 Million from Drift in Months-Long Operation

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According to security intelligence research firm analysis, North Korean-state-backed hackers drained $285 million from Drift through an extended in-person operation in 2026. The hackers account for 76% of all crypto scam and hack losses this year and have stolen $6 billion since 2017.

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