Curve Finance’s official X (formerly Twitter) account was hacked earlier today, sparking panic after a suspicious tweet promoted a fake CRV airdrop. The tweet, which has since been deleted, claimed Curve was launching its “first CRV airdrop” with a week-long registration period.
It urged users to register before a snapshot scheduled for Sunday at midnight UTC and linked to what looked like Curve’s official website — curve.fi .
However, the team quickly confirmed the post was fake. Curve’s founder, Michael Egorov, posted on his personal account: “Confirmed: Curve X account hacked. No other account appears to be hacked — the control over the X account was just silently taken by someone.”
He warned users not to click on any links shared by the official Curve X account until the team regains access.
Crypto influencer crediBULL crypto also confirmed the compromise, posting, “Once again DO NOT CLICK on any links shared by the Curve X account at this time,” alongside a screenshot of the fake airdrop tweet, which featured visuals of “rewards” to lure users in.
Source: X
It’s still unclear how the hacker managed to take over Curve’s X account. There’s been no official word yet on whether it was due to phishing, leaked credentials, or some other form of social engineering. As of now, it looks like the breach was limited to just the X account—other Curve platforms haven’t been affected.
Until Curve’s team confirms they’ve taken back control, it’s best to steer clear of anything posted from the @CurveFinance X account. Don’t click, don’t engage. If you’re looking for real updates, stick to their official website or verified Telegram channel.
It’s a sharp reminder that even the biggest names in crypto can get caught off guard. With scammy airdrops and fake rewards flooding timelines, a healthy dose of skepticism is your best defense. Always double-check before you click.
