CoinDCX Employee Arrested for Unintentional Role in $44 Million Crypto Hack

Key Points

1. The hack occurred when malware infected the employee's computer, granting remote access to CoinDCX's internal systems.

2. The employee received 1.5 million rupees as part-time income linked to the breach.

3. Neblio Technologies, CoinDCX’s parent company, reported the breach to Bangalore cybercrime authorities, triggering an investigation.

4. CoinDCX has implemented enhanced cybersecurity measures following the incident.

5. The malware was a keylogger that captured the employee’s login credentials, enabling the theft.