Security Alert
A fraudulent website impersonating Ripple is targeting long-term XRP holders with a fake reward campaign designed to steal crypto wallets. The cloned site closely mirrors Ripple’s official branding and encourages users to connect their wallets through a bogus “Get Early Access” button.
Ripple CTO David Schwartz publicly warned users about the scam, stating that the website is fraudulent. Once a wallet is connected, the site reportedly activates a wallet drainer capable of transferring digital assets without the user’s knowledge.
Fake Ripple Website Targets Loyal XRP Holders In New Scam
Scammers built an almost flawless clone of Ripple’s website to target long term ripple:native investors.
XRP Ledger chief architect David Schwartz (@JoelKatz) exposed the site on X with a warning, “IT’S A SCAM!”
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— BSCN (@BSCNews) August 5, 2026
Intelligence Finding
The campaign reflects a shift toward highly convincing brand impersonation rather than technical exploits. Instead of attacking blockchain infrastructure, scammers are targeting user trust with cloned websites that closely resemble legitimate platforms. As phishing operations become more sophisticated, verifying official domains before connecting a wallet remains one of the most effective defenses against wallet-draining attacks.