The Mt. Gox claims portal is currently down for maintenance as of Thursday morning in Asia. This development comes amid reports of attempted logins to creditors’ accounts during ongoing Bitcoin (BTC) repayments.
Security Concerns Arise
Several Reddit users have reported multiple failed login attempts to their Mt. Gox accounts. One user, ovkovk, posted about receiving 15 notifications for account logins and expressed concerns about a potential attack on the platform. They noted that while payee information changes are currently not possible, they had received 22 login notifications.
User Reports on Reddit
More than fifteen users shared similar experiences, indicating that an unknown individual might be trying to gain control of Mt. Gox accounts. The goal appears to be withdrawing any BTC that has been received. The Mt. Gox claims portal has since been temporarily taken offline for maintenance.
Repayment Process
In early July, the now-defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox began repaying creditors affected by a 2014 hack. Over $9 billion worth of BTC and $73 million in Bitcoin Cash (BCH) are set to be distributed to traders over the coming months. This repayment process is critical for those who lost assets in the hack and are now looking to recover their funds.
Conclusion
The Mt. Gox claims portal maintenance highlights the importance of security during the repayment process. Users should ensure their accounts are protected with strong security measures like 2FA to prevent unauthorized access. Stay updated on the status of the portal and any further developments regarding Bitcoin repayments.
