Learn to identify and avoid fake verification processes on Telegram
Educational Purpose Only - No actual malicious code will be used
Scammers use fake Telegram Safeguard verification processes to trick users into executing malicious
commands that can steal crypto assets. This challenge will teach you how to identify and avoid these
scams.
In this simulation, you'll experience a common Telegram scam scenario. Your goal is to identify the
red flags and avoid falling for the scam.
Crypto Airdrop Official
Welcome to Crypto Airdrop Official!
🚀 Exciting news! We're launching a new token with a massive airdrop for early
supporters.
💰 Claim up to 5,000 tokens worth approximately $10,000!
⏰ Limited time offer - Airdrop ends in 24 hours!
🔒 Please complete verification to participate.
Challenge Result
How the Telegram Fake Safeguard Scam Works
This scam uses several techniques to trick users:
Social Engineering: Creating urgency and excitement with limited-time
airdrops
Fake Verification: Impersonating Telegram's official Safeguard
verification
Clipboard Injection: Secretly copying malicious code to your clipboard
Command Execution: Tricking you into running commands that install
malware
Red Flags to Watch For
Requests to copy/paste commands into your terminal or Run dialog
Verification processes that seem unusually complex
Channels promising large amounts of free tokens
Urgent timeframes creating FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)
Verification processes that differ from Telegram's official process
How to Stay Safe
Never copy and paste commands from unknown sources
Verify official channels through multiple trusted sources
Be skeptical of free airdrops and giveaways
Enable Two-Factor Authentication on your Telegram account
Regularly check Telegram's "Active Sessions" to ensure no unauthorized access
If You Think You've Been Compromised
Immediately transfer funds from affected wallets to new, secure wallets
Change passwords for all accounts accessed from your computer