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Polymarket copy-trading bots used as malware bait on GitHub
Original: In 2026, "Polymarket copy-trading bot" became one of the most effective lures on GitHub. The pattern... # security # pol
Repositories promising a Polymarket copy-trading bot have become one of the most effective lures for malicious code on GitHub in 2026. Developers warn that these projects can be traps designed to steal private keys, and advise anyone considering a trading bot to inspect the code carefully before handing over wallet credentials.
Why now: Crypto traders are being warned that popular Polymarket bot repos on GitHub are being used to distribute credential-stealing malware.
Evidence
- In 2026, "Polymarket copy-trading bot" became one of the most effective lures on GitHub. The pattern... # security # polymarket # crypto # web3 # software # coding # development # engineering # inclusive # community Before you give a Polymarket bot your private key: a 15-minute… · hackaday@www.urbanmind.net · 1
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