ZachXBT Explains How to Protect Crypto Projects from North Korean Hackers
Date: 2025-08-28 Author: Gabriel Deangelo Categories: BUSINESS
A blockchain researcher known under the pseudonym ZachXBT said that North Korean cybercriminals are not as dangerous as is commonly believed. In his opinion, many of them act not because of high professionalism, but because of the weak protection of the crypto platforms themselves. ZachXBT noted that problems often arise due to companies' negligent attitude to basic security standards, and not because of the exceptional skills of hackers.
This statement followed the words of the head of the Coinbase crypto exchange Brian Armstrong, who announced a change in the rules for hiring personnel amid threats from North Korean cybercriminals. According to ZachXBT, the measures taken by the exchange are excessive and will not provide real protection. The expert is confident that careful work with security and compliance with basic rules will help avoid most attacks. He even suggested humorously: "It's time to troll IT specialists from the DPRK on YouTube, like they do with Indian telephone scammers."
ZachXBT emphasized that the myth of the "invincibility" of North Korean hackers is beneficial to the media, but in reality, companies that neglect minimal security measures remain vulnerable. His words confirm previous cases when crypto projects fell victim to attacks due to the lack of basic cybersecurity. For example, ZachXBT previously reported on hacks of projects related to the artist Matt Furie, the author of the meme character Pepe.
The expert calls on crypto platform owners to be attentive and systematically work on security. He believes that employee training and the implementation of standard security protocols can significantly reduce the risks associated with cyberattacks. ZachXBT adds that simple and consistent security measures are much more effective than expensive and cumbersome solutions that do not solve the key problem - the human factor and negligence.
Thus, the position of the blockchain detective comes down to the fact that North Korean hackers are not an all-powerful threat, and the real danger lies in the ignoring of elementary security rules by the companies themselves. Compliance with basic standards and careful attention to information protection can significantly reduce the likelihood of cryptocurrency theft and minimize damage.
If the work on cybersecurity is properly organized, attacks by North Korean hackers can be turned into a manageable risk, and not a constant threat to crypto projects.
In the words of ZachXBT, "the key to security is attentiveness and simple measures that really work."
