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Crypto lost $3.4 billion last year, and almost none of it was the chain breaking. A map of the four floors where money actually gets stolen and the one floor no thief has ever cracked.
Last year, thieves stole more than $3.4 billion in crypto. The single biggest haul is $1.5 billion in one afternoon, was the largest digital heist in human history.
Heres the strange part. In almost none of it did anyone actually hack the blockchain.
Not the cryptography. Not the consensus. Not the chain. All of that did exactly what it was built to do, the entire time the money was walking out the door.
That sounds like a contradiction. It isnt. And once you see why, youll never read a “crypto got hacked” headline the same way again. So lets draw the map. No code. No jargon you cant follow.
#crypto #blockchain #HackerAlert #smartmoney #Write2Earn!
Last year, thieves stole more than $3.4 billion in crypto. The single biggest haul is $1.5 billion in one afternoon, was the largest digital heist in human history.
Heres the strange part. In almost none of it did anyone actually hack the blockchain.
Not the cryptography. Not the consensus. Not the chain. All of that did exactly what it was built to do, the entire time the money was walking out the door.
That sounds like a contradiction. It isnt. And once you see why, youll never read a “crypto got hacked” headline the same way again. So lets draw the map. No code. No jargon you cant follow.
#crypto #blockchain #HackerAlert #smartmoney #Write2Earn!
What really happened with #coldcard It wasn’t an “AI hack”—it was a 2021 firmware bug. The vulnerability was introduced in Coldcard firmware 4.0.0 in March 2021: devices bypassed their hardware random number generator and fell into key generation via software, predictable, seeded with non-secret chip data.  The specific error is in libngu: the guard uses #ifndef MICROPY_HW_ENABLE_RNG, which only checks whether the macro exists, not whether its value is different from zero.  Result: anyone can reproduce the seed candidates offline and derive addresses to compare them with the blockchain—without touching the device.
The figure keeps growing in waves: from an initial 594 BTC to 1.082 BTC (1,196 addresses) on July 31, then 1.158 BTC, and on August 2 a third wave brought the total to ~1.367 BTC (~$89M) from 4,585 addresses;  today people talk about a fourth wave. Coinkite released an emergency firmware on July 31 for all affected models, but installing it doesn’t fix an already-existing seed.  You must generate a new seed and move the funds. #HackerAlert #bitcoin $BTC
The figure keeps growing in waves: from an initial 594 BTC to 1.082 BTC (1,196 addresses) on July 31, then 1.158 BTC, and on August 2 a third wave brought the total to ~1.367 BTC (~$89M) from 4,585 addresses;  today people talk about a fourth wave. Coinkite released an emergency firmware on July 31 for all affected models, but installing it doesn’t fix an already-existing seed.  You must generate a new seed and move the funds. #HackerAlert #bitcoin $BTC
🚨 A NOTE FOR EVERY BTC HOLDER — READ THIS! 😱
A serious security warning is making rounds in the crypto community.
Reports claim that 593 BTC (around $39M) was stolen from Coldcard Mk3 cold wallets due to an issue involving seed phrase generation that could potentially expose private keys.
🔐 Your wallet security matters. Always do your own research before trusting any hardware wallet, and consider using products with a strong security track record.
Stay alert. Protect your keys. Protect your BTC. 🛡️
#bitcoin #BTC #CryptoSecurity #HackerAlert #CryptoNews
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A serious security warning is making rounds in the crypto community.
Reports claim that 593 BTC (around $39M) was stolen from Coldcard Mk3 cold wallets due to an issue involving seed phrase generation that could potentially expose private keys.
🔐 Your wallet security matters. Always do your own research before trusting any hardware wallet, and consider using products with a strong security track record.
Stay alert. Protect your keys. Protect your BTC. 🛡️
#bitcoin #BTC #CryptoSecurity #HackerAlert #CryptoNews
$BTC $BNB
🚨 Coldcard Security Alert
The situation is escalating. Around 594 BTC was drained in just 25 minutes yesterday, and attackers are now reported to control 1,366.38 BTC.
According to Galaxy Research, the incident has unfolded in three separate attack waves, raising concerns that the campaign may still be ongoing.
If you're a Coldcard user:
• Update to the latest firmware.
• Transfer funds to a wallet secured with a new seed phrase.
• Stay alert and verify information from trusted sources.
Protect your assets, stay informed, and always do your own research.
Not financial advice. DYOR.
#BTC #Coldcard #CryptoSecurity #HackerAlert $BTC
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The situation is escalating. Around 594 BTC was drained in just 25 minutes yesterday, and attackers are now reported to control 1,366.38 BTC.
According to Galaxy Research, the incident has unfolded in three separate attack waves, raising concerns that the campaign may still be ongoing.
If you're a Coldcard user:
• Update to the latest firmware.
• Transfer funds to a wallet secured with a new seed phrase.
• Stay alert and verify information from trusted sources.
Protect your assets, stay informed, and always do your own research.
Not financial advice. DYOR.
#BTC #Coldcard #CryptoSecurity #HackerAlert $BTC
$SAHARA
$GRASS
#coldcardexploitattackerscontrol1366btc
🚨 CRITICAL SECURITY ALERT: EXPANDING EXPLOIT ON COLCARD USERS 🚨
The bleeding hasn't stopped. What began with an alarming 594 BTC drained in under 30 minutes yesterday has now escalated—exploiters currently hold over 1,366.38 BTC under their control!
Analysis from Galaxy Research confirms three distinct waves of attacks so far. The burning question every holder is asking: Is the assault over, or are more breaches incoming? Whether this is a solitary hacker deploying upgraded exploit vectors or multiple attackers capitalizing on legacy vulnerabilities dating back to March 2021, the danger is real.
🛡️ IMMEDIATE ACTION PLAN (PROTECT YOUR ASSETS):
Patch Right Away: Update your device firmware to the latest official release without delay.
Generate a New Seed: Transfer your funds to a completely fresh, uncompromised seed phrase.
Stay Proactive: Cold storage is only as safe as your security hygiene—don't wait until your wallet is drained to take action!
Stay paranoid, stay secure, and protect your holdings! 🔒⚡
Disclaimer: Not financial advice. Always Do Your Own Research (DYOR).
#BTC #Coldcard #HackerAlert
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🚨 CRITICAL SECURITY ALERT: EXPANDING EXPLOIT ON COLCARD USERS 🚨
The bleeding hasn't stopped. What began with an alarming 594 BTC drained in under 30 minutes yesterday has now escalated—exploiters currently hold over 1,366.38 BTC under their control!
Analysis from Galaxy Research confirms three distinct waves of attacks so far. The burning question every holder is asking: Is the assault over, or are more breaches incoming? Whether this is a solitary hacker deploying upgraded exploit vectors or multiple attackers capitalizing on legacy vulnerabilities dating back to March 2021, the danger is real.
🛡️ IMMEDIATE ACTION PLAN (PROTECT YOUR ASSETS):
Patch Right Away: Update your device firmware to the latest official release without delay.
Generate a New Seed: Transfer your funds to a completely fresh, uncompromised seed phrase.
Stay Proactive: Cold storage is only as safe as your security hygiene—don't wait until your wallet is drained to take action!
Stay paranoid, stay secure, and protect your holdings! 🔒⚡
Disclaimer: Not financial advice. Always Do Your Own Research (DYOR).
#BTC #Coldcard #HackerAlert
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$BTC
ZoyaQueen16:
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This is a reminder that no wallet is 100% risk-free. Seeing the $BTC cold-wallet attack spread to 4,500 addresses with nearly $89 million in losses shows that security is about more than just storing your crypto offline. It's also about protecting your private keys, verifying every transaction, and staying alert. In crypto, self-custody gives you control—but it also means the responsibility is yours. Stay safe. 🟠🔒 totally insane
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Yesterday: 594 BTC was lost in 25 minutes. 😱
Today: the intruders are controlling 1,366.38 BTC! 📉📉📉
“Galaxy Research” says it’s officially 3 waves of attacks. Is it over? 🕵️♂️ Maybe it’s a single hacker with a better tool, or maybe more joined the party! Absolute chaos for Coldcard users since March 2021. 💸
What do you do? Update the firmware now, and move to a new Seed phrase, or maybe just store your BTC under your pillow? (Just kidding!) 😂 Don’t be fooled!
Not financial advice.
Please continue
#BTC #Coldcard #HackerAlert
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Yesterday: 594 BTC was lost in 25 minutes. 😱
Today: the intruders are controlling 1,366.38 BTC! 📉📉📉
“Galaxy Research” says it’s officially 3 waves of attacks. Is it over? 🕵️♂️ Maybe it’s a single hacker with a better tool, or maybe more joined the party! Absolute chaos for Coldcard users since March 2021. 💸
What do you do? Update the firmware now, and move to a new Seed phrase, or maybe just store your BTC under your pillow? (Just kidding!) 😂 Don’t be fooled!
Not financial advice.
Please continue
#BTC #Coldcard #HackerAlert
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🚨 SECURITY ALERT FOR $BTC HOLDERS 🚨
An alleged exploit involving Coldcard Mk3 wallets has reportedly resulted in the theft of 593 $BTC (~$39M).
Protect yourself:
✅ Never share your seed phrase.
✅ Update wallet firmware.
✅ Verify security announcements from official channels.
✅ Use trusted, battle-tested hardware wallets.
Stay informed. Stay secure.
#BTC #bitcoin #Crypto #HackerAlert #CyberSecurity
An alleged exploit involving Coldcard Mk3 wallets has reportedly resulted in the theft of 593 $BTC (~$39M).
Protect yourself:
✅ Never share your seed phrase.
✅ Update wallet firmware.
✅ Verify security announcements from official channels.
✅ Use trusted, battle-tested hardware wallets.
Stay informed. Stay secure.
#BTC #bitcoin #Crypto #HackerAlert #CyberSecurity
The seventh edition of BTC Techno Magazine, "Building", brings together Hispanic leaders to analyze the impact of Web3, AI, and finance in Latin America.
Discover all the details about this new issue.
#Alianzas
🚨 The hacking of Coldcard hardware wallets pushed sentiment about bitcoin on social media to its worst level in history, even below crises such as FTX and Mt. Gox, according to analysis firm Santiment.
#Web3 #HackerAlert #BTC #venezuela $FTT $BTC
Discover all the details about this new issue.
#Alianzas
🚨 The hacking of Coldcard hardware wallets pushed sentiment about bitcoin on social media to its worst level in history, even below crises such as FTX and Mt. Gox, according to analysis firm Santiment.
#Web3 #HackerAlert #BTC #venezuela $FTT $BTC
A NOTE for holders
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Hackers managed to steal 593 BTC (approximately $39 million) from Coldcard Mk3 cold wallets.
The cause was a bug related to seed phrase generation that allowed private keys to be derived.
Choose cold wallets that are well-established and time-tested.
#HackerAlert #Hacker #BTC
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Hackers managed to steal 593 BTC (approximately $39 million) from Coldcard Mk3 cold wallets.
The cause was a bug related to seed phrase generation that allowed private keys to be derived.
Choose cold wallets that are well-established and time-tested.
#HackerAlert #Hacker #BTC
$BTC
$BNB
Nada Valenti kHE1:
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️ Important warning for cryptocurrency holders 😱
Hackers managed to steal 593 BTC (around $39 million) from Coldcard Mk3 cold wallets.
The reason is a flaw related to the process of generating the seed phrase, which allowed the private keys to be derived and the funds to be accessed.$BNB
🔐 Always make sure to use trusted cold wallets with a strong track record and that have been tested over time.
#HackerAlert #Hacker #BTC
$BTC
Hackers managed to steal 593 BTC (around $39 million) from Coldcard Mk3 cold wallets.
The reason is a flaw related to the process of generating the seed phrase, which allowed the private keys to be derived and the funds to be accessed.$BNB
🔐 Always make sure to use trusted cold wallets with a strong track record and that have been tested over time.
#HackerAlert #Hacker #BTC
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#HackerAlert
🚨 Balance Coin Crashes 99% Due to $915,000 Exploit
Algorithmic stablecoin Balance Coin (the native stablecoin of the DeFi protocol Balance Protocol, pegged to USD) has lost over 99% of its value due to a targeted attack. The coin’s price has fallen from $0.9954 to $0.001358.
📌 Key Incident Details:
➡️ Oracle Vulnerability: According to cybersecurity firm SlowMist, the hacker exploited an “abnormally low” Binance Bitcoin (#BTCB ) price in a price oracle.
➡️ Attack Mechanics: Due to the lack of price protection and liquidation delay in Maker-like systems, the attacker liquidated multiple BTCB vaults in a single transaction combination and withdrew the assets at a profit.
➡️ Losses: According to PeckShield, the losses of the 42DAO (the governing body of the Balance Protocol) DAO structure are estimated at $915,000.
⚠️ This case has joined the line of DeFi exploits of the year, where attackers continue to attack vulnerabilities in smart contracts, oracles, and admin access.
🚨 Balance Coin Crashes 99% Due to $915,000 Exploit
Algorithmic stablecoin Balance Coin (the native stablecoin of the DeFi protocol Balance Protocol, pegged to USD) has lost over 99% of its value due to a targeted attack. The coin’s price has fallen from $0.9954 to $0.001358.
📌 Key Incident Details:
➡️ Oracle Vulnerability: According to cybersecurity firm SlowMist, the hacker exploited an “abnormally low” Binance Bitcoin (#BTCB ) price in a price oracle.
➡️ Attack Mechanics: Due to the lack of price protection and liquidation delay in Maker-like systems, the attacker liquidated multiple BTCB vaults in a single transaction combination and withdrew the assets at a profit.
➡️ Losses: According to PeckShield, the losses of the 42DAO (the governing body of the Balance Protocol) DAO structure are estimated at $915,000.
⚠️ This case has joined the line of DeFi exploits of the year, where attackers continue to attack vulnerabilities in smart contracts, oracles, and admin access.
#HackerAlert
🚨 Hacker withdraws $1.66 million from Allbridge Core cross-chain bridge through liquidity manipulation
The Allbridge Core cross-chain platform was attacked, resulting in $1.66 million in cryptocurrency being stolen from liquidity pools on the Solana network.
❓ How the scheme worked:
1. Flash loan: The attacker borrowed $1.12 million in USDC stablecoins and exchanged them for USDT.
2. Price manipulation: The hacker executed a series of 5 “same-asset swaps”, exchanging USDT for USDT. Due to an error in logic, the accounting of both sides of the transaction diverged, which significantly distorted the intra-pool price of the asset.
3. Finale of the attack: The distorted price allowed only 4,000 USDT to be exchanged for $2.24 million USDC. The attacker returned the flash loan and took about $1.66 million in profit.
Current status and consequences:
➡️ Security of funds: Private keys, user wallets, and routes without using liquidity pools were not affected.
➡️ Project actions: Allbridge plans to completely abandon pool exchanges.
➡️ Tracking: The team has already tracked transfers for $1.63 million — the funds were transferred from Solana to a consolidation address on the Ethereum network, after which they were distributed in several directions.
🚨 Hacker withdraws $1.66 million from Allbridge Core cross-chain bridge through liquidity manipulation
The Allbridge Core cross-chain platform was attacked, resulting in $1.66 million in cryptocurrency being stolen from liquidity pools on the Solana network.
❓ How the scheme worked:
1. Flash loan: The attacker borrowed $1.12 million in USDC stablecoins and exchanged them for USDT.
2. Price manipulation: The hacker executed a series of 5 “same-asset swaps”, exchanging USDT for USDT. Due to an error in logic, the accounting of both sides of the transaction diverged, which significantly distorted the intra-pool price of the asset.
3. Finale of the attack: The distorted price allowed only 4,000 USDT to be exchanged for $2.24 million USDC. The attacker returned the flash loan and took about $1.66 million in profit.
Current status and consequences:
➡️ Security of funds: Private keys, user wallets, and routes without using liquidity pools were not affected.
➡️ Project actions: Allbridge plans to completely abandon pool exchanges.
➡️ Tracking: The team has already tracked transfers for $1.63 million — the funds were transferred from Solana to a consolidation address on the Ethereum network, after which they were distributed in several directions.
#northkoreanhackermauroliuworkedatcryptoprotocols
🚀 NEXT-LEVEL WEB3 ESPIONAGE UNCOVERED!
A North Korean cyber-agent using the fake identity "Tyler Knapp" (Mauro Liu) successfully conned his way into developer roles at massive crypto powerhouses like Ankr, Harmony, and Consensys. He passed intense technical interviews, collected standard paychecks, and secretly plotted with Lazarus Group operatives from the inside!
Total disaster was barely avoided when Consensys caught the infiltration just before he could inject a devastating malware payload into MetaMask.
📉 HOW TRADERS MUST PROTECT THEMSELVES:
🛑 Decentralize Your Stash: Never leave all your assets in one place. Divide your crypto across several independent wallets.
🛑 Go Cold: Lock down your major bags in offline cold storage immediately.
🛑 Update with Extreme Caution: Scrutinize every single wallet update prompt. If anything looks suspicious, evacuate your funds instantly.
⚠️ Stay vigilant and protect your capital. This is not financial advice!
#NorthKoreaHackers #HackerAlert #CryptoNews
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🚀 NEXT-LEVEL WEB3 ESPIONAGE UNCOVERED!
A North Korean cyber-agent using the fake identity "Tyler Knapp" (Mauro Liu) successfully conned his way into developer roles at massive crypto powerhouses like Ankr, Harmony, and Consensys. He passed intense technical interviews, collected standard paychecks, and secretly plotted with Lazarus Group operatives from the inside!
Total disaster was barely avoided when Consensys caught the infiltration just before he could inject a devastating malware payload into MetaMask.
📉 HOW TRADERS MUST PROTECT THEMSELVES:
🛑 Decentralize Your Stash: Never leave all your assets in one place. Divide your crypto across several independent wallets.
🛑 Go Cold: Lock down your major bags in offline cold storage immediately.
🛑 Update with Extreme Caution: Scrutinize every single wallet update prompt. If anything looks suspicious, evacuate your funds instantly.
⚠️ Stay vigilant and protect your capital. This is not financial advice!
#NorthKoreaHackers #HackerAlert #CryptoNews
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$AKE
🚨 Security Alert: North Korean-Linked Dev Infiltration ⚠️
Recent tracking and industry reports reveal that a developer linked to North Korean cyber operations (associated with Mauro Liu and the Lazarus Group) previously worked or contributed to multiple crypto protocols.
🔍 Key Details & Protocols Involved
Affected Ecosystems: Public tracking records highlight past links to platforms such as Ankr, Blueberry Protocol, Clover Network, Harmony, and others.
The Consensys/MetaMask Incident: A developer using an alias gained temporary system access after being brought on through an outsourced third-party vendor, bypassing standard direct-hiring checks.
Security Outcome: Security teams revoked permissions immediately upon detecting unusual activity, confirming that no assets or data were compromised.
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#NorthKoreanHackerMauroLiuWorkedAtCryptoProtocols #HackerAlert #hackattack
Recent tracking and industry reports reveal that a developer linked to North Korean cyber operations (associated with Mauro Liu and the Lazarus Group) previously worked or contributed to multiple crypto protocols.
🔍 Key Details & Protocols Involved
Affected Ecosystems: Public tracking records highlight past links to platforms such as Ankr, Blueberry Protocol, Clover Network, Harmony, and others.
The Consensys/MetaMask Incident: A developer using an alias gained temporary system access after being brought on through an outsourced third-party vendor, bypassing standard direct-hiring checks.
Security Outcome: Security teams revoked permissions immediately upon detecting unusual activity, confirming that no assets or data were compromised.
$BANK $ACE $AVAAI
#NorthKoreanHackerMauroLiuWorkedAtCryptoProtocols #HackerAlert #hackattack
🕵️♂️ Bitvavo has withdrawn 3.89 million $LINK (~$32.59) from Co1nbas3 Pr1m3 into a new wallet.
Address: 0x638c52e3348C5100bba8CF14E4512A168fE47213
🕵️♂️ A mysterious “whale” created a new wallet 10 hours ago and bet $1.95 million that Spain would win the 2026 World Cup, when the odds were 59.1%.
It won and pocketed $1.35 million in just a few hours!
🥷 #USDC #USDT #solana It exploited a vulnerability in Allbridge Core to obtain more than $1.1 million in Solana.
Attack flow:
Flash loan of $1.12 million in USDC from Kamino
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Fast USDC/USDT swaps distort the Allbridge stablecoin pool ratios
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Liquidity is withdrawn at manipulated rates
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The flash loan is repaid in the same transaction
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~$1.1 million is extracted
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Funds are transferred through privacy protocols for mixing
Largest individual withdrawal from Allbridge: $2.24 million in USDC
Attacker’s address:
A more detailed analysis of the exploit and the affected funds is underway. #HackerAlert
#ballenas $SOL $CRCLB
Address: 0x638c52e3348C5100bba8CF14E4512A168fE47213
🕵️♂️ A mysterious “whale” created a new wallet 10 hours ago and bet $1.95 million that Spain would win the 2026 World Cup, when the odds were 59.1%.
It won and pocketed $1.35 million in just a few hours!
🥷 #USDC #USDT #solana It exploited a vulnerability in Allbridge Core to obtain more than $1.1 million in Solana.
Attack flow:
Flash loan of $1.12 million in USDC from Kamino
↓
Fast USDC/USDT swaps distort the Allbridge stablecoin pool ratios
↓
Liquidity is withdrawn at manipulated rates
↓
The flash loan is repaid in the same transaction
↓
~$1.1 million is extracted
↓
Funds are transferred through privacy protocols for mixing
Largest individual withdrawal from Allbridge: $2.24 million in USDC
Attacker’s address:
A more detailed analysis of the exploit and the affected funds is underway. #HackerAlert
#ballenas $SOL $CRCLB
$BONK The Solana flagship dog is living its darkest moment after suffering a devastating governance hack of $20 million in its DAO.
The attacker manipulated the votes and has just started sending trillions of tokens to exchanges, dropping the price by 19%.
When is its rise expected? Forget about immediate pumps; the real upswing will happen under three clear conditions:
End of pressure: When the market fully absorbs the tokens stolen by the hacker.
Deflation: The activation of massive burns of 50% of fees on LetsBonk.fun.
Institutional hunt: The accumulation engine of Bonk Inc. (BNKK) on Nasdaq.
Do you think the dog will survive the exploit or has it already lost the Solana throne#HackerAlert #CTRARK
The attacker manipulated the votes and has just started sending trillions of tokens to exchanges, dropping the price by 19%.
When is its rise expected? Forget about immediate pumps; the real upswing will happen under three clear conditions:
End of pressure: When the market fully absorbs the tokens stolen by the hacker.
Deflation: The activation of massive burns of 50% of fees on LetsBonk.fun.
Institutional hunt: The accumulation engine of Bonk Inc. (BNKK) on Nasdaq.
Do you think the dog will survive the exploit or has it already lost the Solana throne#HackerAlert #CTRARK
#HackerAlert Ostium suffers $18 million exploit as oracle attack wave continues to hit DeFi
A hacker used Ostium's own price-reporting infrastructure against the protocol, submitting falsified future-dated oracle data to manufacture fake trading profits and trigger an $18 million payout.
A hacker used Ostium's own price-reporting infrastructure against the protocol, submitting falsified future-dated oracle data to manufacture fake trading profits and trigger an $18 million payout.
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