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  • cycloneC Online
    cycloneC Online
    cyclone
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    wrote on last edited by
    #1

    Beware of fake "security alert" issues being posted on GitHub. My cyclone-github account was targeted this morning, so this is actively in the wild.

    https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fake-security-alert-issues-on-github-use-oauth-app-to-hijack-accounts/

    Do not open the phishing URLs as they are scams.

    Phishing attempt on my GitHub account:
    https://github.com/cyclone-github/metamask_pwn/issues/3

    Pasted text from fake "Security Alert" issue:

    [djiazz](https://github.com/djiazz)
    opened [5 hours ago](https://github.com/cyclone-github/metamask_pwn/issues/3#issue-2923058165)
    Security Alert: Unusual Access Attempt
    We have detected a login attempt on your GitHub account that appears to be from a new location or device.
    
    Login Information
    Location: Reykjavik, Iceland
    IP Address: 53.253.117.8
    Device: Unrecognized
    If you recognize this activity, no further action is required. However, if this was not you, we strongly recommend securing your account immediately.
    
    Steps to Secure Your Account
    Update your password to prevent unauthorized access: [Change Password](https://github.com/login/oauth/authorize?client_id=Ov23liQMsIZN6BD8RTZZ&redirect_uri=https://github-com-auth-secure-access-token.onrender.com/auth/callback&scope=repo%20user%20read:org%20read:discussion%20gist%20write:discussion%20delete_repo%20workflows%20workflow%20write:workflow%20read:workflow%20update:workflow)
    Review and manage active sessions: [Check Recent Activity](https://github.com/login/oauth/authorize?client_id=Ov23liQMsIZN6BD8RTZZ&redirect_uri=https://github-com-auth-secure-access-token.onrender.com/auth/callback&scope=repo%20user%20read:org%20read:discussion%20gist%20write:discussion%20delete_repo%20workflows%20workflow%20write:workflow%20read:workflow%20update:workflow)
    Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for additional protection: [Set Up 2FA](https://github.com/login/oauth/authorize?client_id=Ov23liQMsIZN6BD8RTZZ&redirect_uri=https://github-com-auth-secure-access-token.onrender.com/auth/callback&scope=repo%20user%20read:org%20read:discussion%20gist%20write:discussion%20delete_repo%20workflows%20workflow%20write:workflow%20read:workflow%20update:workflow)
    Contact Support
    If you need assistance or suspect a security breach, visit:
    [GitHub Security Support](https://github.com/login/oauth/authorize?client_id=Ov23liQMsIZN6BD8RTZZ&redirect_uri=https://github-com-auth-secure-access-token.onrender.com/auth/callback&scope=repo%20user%20read:org%20read:discussion%20gist%20write:discussion%20delete_repo%20workflows%20workflow%20write:workflow%20read:workflow%20update:workflow)
    
    Thank you for keeping your account secure.
    
    GitHub Security Team
    

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    • cycloneC Online
      cycloneC Online
      cyclone
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      wrote on last edited by
      #2

      Update:

      The fake issue posted by djiazz, and the user's account have been removed from GitHub.

      GitHub's response:
      ...Our review of the account named in your report has concluded. We have determined that one or more violations of GitHub’s Terms of Service have occurred and have taken appropriate action in response...

      Full response:

      GitHub (GitHub Support)
      
      Mar 16, 2025, 9:27 PM UTC
      
      Hi cyclone,
       
      Our review of the account named in your report has concluded. We have determined that one or more violations of GitHub’s Terms of Service have occurred and have taken appropriate action in response.
       
      Please note that our response to abuse on GitHub varies depending on the exact circumstances of each case, as noted in our Community Guidelines:
       
      What happens if someone violates GitHub's Policies
       
      Additional information on dealing with offensive users or content can be found here:
       
      What if something or someone offends you?
       
      Thank you for helping create a safe and welcoming environment for software developers.
       
      Regards, 
      GitHub Trust & Safety
      

      Sysadmin by day | Hacker by night | Go Developer | hashpwn site owner
      3x RTX 4090

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