Hackers hacked YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips with 15 million subscribers and launched an ad for a cryptocurrency scam with Elon Musk

Cybercriminals managed to hack three Linus Media Group YouTube channels, including Linus Tech Tips. After gaining access

hackers launched an advertisement for a fraudulent service.

What is known

The Linus Tech Tips YouTube channel has over 15 million subscribers. The attackers also gained access to Tech Quickie and TechLinked with 4.2 million and 1.8 million subscribers, respectively.

At the moment, all three channels are blocked. Linus Media Group said it was aware of the breach and has taken steps to restore the channels.


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After gaining access to Linus Tech Tips, TechQuickie and TechLinked hackers have launched a livestream with US billionaire Elon Musk to promote a fake cryptocurrency giveaway scam.