Litecoin address change if i copy paste

[Apu2014]

https://i.imgur.com/jwDtIHX.png


this is my original ltc address. basically i add a random number inside it. copy paste here and then i remove that random number to make the paste work in here.

Code:

https://blockchair.com/litecoin/address/ltxc1q056tqt4a7urc8m49ufg6fwcmz65tg7e7w8ze04

basically if i copy

Code:

ltc1q056tqt4a7urc8m49ufg6fwcmz65tg7e7w8ze04

and paste it anywhere it's auto change to

Code:

LLbzRwX15FRFtzR8iZpzjHrXZfBGq3Kdxn

same thing for browser, notepad. any help please?

[Charles-Tim]

That is clipboard malware, better to flash your device and reinstall your OS for it not to steal coins from you while sending to someone.

Read this:
How to lose your Bitcoins with CTRL-C CTRL-V

Clipboard malware can affect any device, the malware will replace your address to attackers address if you want to send the address to someone or while making bitcoin or other coin transaction.

[examplens]

I'd say your computer is infected, probably with clipboard malware.
for a start, I would follow this up https://forums.malwarebytes.com/topic/263988-btc-clipboard-virus/ you have a few steps to take, explained in detail.
Of course, I would rely on any cleaner, I would rather change the whole operating system with full delete of all apps.

However, you should need to be careful with all your transaction until you solve this problem.

[mk4]

Good job for detecting this and not clicking stuff too quickly.

Go do a fresh re-install of your operating system like what Charles-Tim said, and make sure you're downloading and installing the official software. Not something that you've downloaded through a sketchy torrent site.

Read: https://cryptosec.info/checklist

[Apu2014]

okay thank you for the suggestion and the links. problem started to happen 12~24 hours ago i think. i just woke up and notice the issue.

[acroman08]

okay thank you for the suggestion and the links. problem started to happen 12~24 hours ago i think. i just woke up and notice the issue.

aside from what the other members have suggested for you to do you should also think back on what you did on your computer before the issue started happening so you won't make the same mistake again. anyway, sadly a lot of people have already fallen victim to the malware, it is good that you noticed it before making a transaction.

[tranthidung]

Go do a fresh re-install of your operating system like what Charles-Tim said, and make sure you're downloading and installing the official software. Not something that you've downloaded through a sketchy torrent site.

• Having a healthy web surfing activities is vital.
• Having a good Internet security or antivirus software is a good additional protective layer but don't forget to focus on the first one first.
• Downloading wallet software from official project website. You can find links from Coinmarketcap.com or Coingecko.com
• When you make a transaction to someone, make sure you send a small amount first to test. If receiver actually received coin, you can complete your deal with that one in full amount

Read: https://cryptosec.info/checklist

In addition, Binance Academy has an informative article How to secure your cryptocurrency.

[cheezcarls]

Yes clipboard malware has been around for a while and many have been victimized because of this, especially those who are in a rush and not double ot triple checking the address. I also assume that you didn’t install any antivirus software like Avast.

I have installed it on my computer and have paid subscription along the way just to fully protect my computer from further incoming malware. It’s my mistake back then of not installing the antivirus which leads my wallet to get hacked for allowing myself to download the ZIP file with malware inside. I lost $12k that time and I still feel a bit of pain and regret of it though.

Make sure you backup all of your important files before making the full reset of your OS. Don’t delay. Just do it before something worse happens later on.

[zasad@]

okay thank you for the suggestion and the links. problem started to happen 12~24 hours ago i think. i just woke up and notice the issue.

Be sure to buy a hardware wallet and check the address on the hardware wallet before pressing the button to send coins, then you will not make a mistake. A hardware wallet will help you protect yourself from viruses if you do not store the seed phrase from the hardware wallet on your computer.

[vv181]

problem started to happen 12~24 hours ago i think. i just woke up and notice the issue.

The things that you did preceded that time might explain why you got the clipboard malware. Remember do you install pirated, shady applications, or do internet-related activities that might compromise your device(e.g. opening a file from spam email, etc).

It's a good idea if you comprehend why you got infected in the first place, that should make you aware of what things you did with your device to prevent future security concerns.

[AnonBitCoiner]

https://i.imgur.com/jwDtIHX.png


this is my original ltc address. basically i add a random number inside it. copy paste here and then i remove that random number to make the paste work in here.

Code:

https://blockchair.com/litecoin/address/ltxc1q056tqt4a7urc8m49ufg6fwcmz65tg7e7w8ze04

basically if i copy

Code:

ltc1q056tqt4a7urc8m49ufg6fwcmz65tg7e7w8ze04

and paste it anywhere it's auto change to

Code:

LLbzRwX15FRFtzR8iZpzjHrXZfBGq3Kdxn

same thing for browser, notepad. any help please?

I hope you will be save there. This kind of keyboard hacking also happen to me. Whenever I copy Etherium or Bsc address and paste ,it paste automatically hacker address but thanks God my money save. Some YouTubers also made video on that malware and some also loses big. Better to change the OS and don't use third party software with crack.

[aioc]

okay thank you for the suggestion and the links. problem started to happen 12~24 hours ago i think. i just woke up and notice the issue.

You do have a quick mind after just waking up, we should all be aware of this clipboard malware and always check your address when filing, check the first three characters and last three characters of your address after inputting it, awareness is the key and of course, be sure to have a good anti-malware and anti-virus, it will help you save you a lot.

[Rizzrack]

Seems there are 104 LTC in the other wallet https://blockchair.com/litecoin/address/LLbzRwX15FRFtzR8iZpzjHrXZfBGq3Kdxn from 347 transactions. So safe to assume 347 victims within 6 months. Damn...

[Little Mouse]

Seems there are 104 LTC in the other wallet https://blockchair.com/litecoin/address/LLbzRwX15FRFtzR8iZpzjHrXZfBGq3Kdxn from 347 transactions. So safe to assume 347 victims within 6 months. Damn...

It's because many advanced users also fall in this trap. Generally, most of such hacking attempts can trick the newbies while this method works for people who are in this space for years. I know one guy who lost a handsome amount of BTC with this trick last year while he is in crypto space for the last 5 years almost.

[Apu2014]

i have two other device which i connect using remote desktop (windows os) which i found if i connect to a particular remote desktop this malware things happened. if i disconnect the remote desktop copy paste is working fine. anyways my solution was i scan with malwarebyte. restart pc and seems problem is gone.

[m_nief]

That is clipboard malware, better to flash your device and reinstall your OS for it not to steal coins from you while sending to someone.

Read this:
How to lose your Bitcoins with CTRL-C CTRL-V

Clipboard malware can affect any device, the malware will replace your address to attackers address if you want to send the address to someone or while making bitcoin or other coin transaction.

I think with  clipboard malware not only attack with Litecoin address but also ever get the same problem like OP but when use eth address, I want to see if OP can use with eth address will effective get  clipboard malware or only happening with LTC address only. Will  clipboard malware have different kinds with LTC address, BNB or ETH address until with Waves address. I ever saw with  clipboard malware trough eth address only and not ask my friend as victim to try copy and paste by using other network wallet, get trouble with  clipboard malware or not.

[Ulven]

i have two other device which i connect using remote desktop (windows os) which i found if i connect to a particular remote desktop this malware things happened. if i disconnect the remote desktop copy paste is working fine. anyways my solution was i scan with malwarebyte. restart pc and seems problem is gone.

I think your device is infected. It is better for you to save the recovery phrases in a safe place and reinstall the system on the device to avoid the risk of theft. You should know very well that many users have lost their money due to the spread of viruses on the Internet. You can also use one of the paid antivirus programs to avoid machinations!!!

[Charles-Tim]

I think with  clipboard malware not only attack with Litecoin address but also ever get the same problem like OP but when use eth address, I want to see if OP can use with eth address will effective get  clipboard malware or only happening with LTC address only. Will  clipboard malware have different kinds with LTC address, BNB or ETH address until with Waves address. I ever saw with  clipboard malware trough eth address only and not ask my friend as victim to try copy and paste by using other network wallet, get trouble with  clipboard malware or not.

Irrespective of the address used, the malware replace what you copied and will replace your copied address with attackers address, so the address that will be pasted will be the attackers address, it can happen to any coin address, including bitcoin, ether, litecoin or any other coins. The best is to just avoid malware and keep our device clean.

[The Cryptovator]

Agree with compromising your clipboard, that's why changing address's when you are copy-pasting. That's one of the common scam techniques nowadays. Likely you click some links or installed something suspicious and that's how hackers took control of your clipboard. Be careful especially when you are on porn sites. Make sure to erase everything on your device and start fresh. And always try to use a hardware wallet to avoid such scam attempts.

[palle11]

Agree with compromising your clipboard, that's why changing address's when you are copy-pasting. That's one of the common scam techniques nowadays. Likely you click some links or installed something suspicious and that's how hackers took control of your clipboard. Be careful especially when you are on porn sites. Make sure to erase everything on your device and start fresh. And always try to use a hardware wallet to avoid such scam attempts.

I think sometimes going back to factory settings or reformatting will help wipe your browser off and storages can go off. This will help also. Scammers watch on their prey on a slightest mistake to attack your system or phone. To avoid this kind of problem is to avoid clicking random links or making download from untrusted website. Hackers know it is easier to get hold on people through porn sites, people fall more because of nudity.