In the Wake of SKT Hacking Incident…Virtual Asset Exchanges Move to Protect Investors

The incident of SK Telecom USIM information leakage has put virtual asset (cryptocurrency) exchanges on high alert.

On the 23rd, domestic virtual asset exchanges Upbit, Bithumb, Coinone, and Korbit urged users to strengthen account security as a precaution.

This is due to the increased possibility of hacking attempts following the leakage of USIM information of some SK Telecom users.

Each exchange recommends setting an account lock immediately if account hijacking is suspected and using the USIM Protection Service provided by SKT. As user anxiety grows, SK Telecom also plans to send a text message (MMS) to all customers from today, encouraging them to subscribe to the 'Free USIM Protection Service'.

Upbit guides users to contact their 24-hour dedicated call center to request an account lock, while Bithumb allows users to set an account lock directly through the security center menu within the exchange.