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Aerodrome Finance on Base Network Hit by DNS Hijacking Breach, Users at Risk

Base’s Top DEX Aerodrome Hit by Suspected Frontend Security Breach Aerodrome Finance, the leading decentralized exchange (DEX) on the Base network, has fallen victim to a suspected DNS hijacking attack, exposing users to vicious phishing attempts that could wipe out their crypto holdings. This breach, targeting centralized domains, underscores the persistent vulnerabilities in DeFi’s quest […]

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CrediX Hacker Returns $4.5M: DeFi Negotiation Trend Sparks Security Debate

CrediX Hacker Returns $4.5M After 6-Day Heist: Is DeFi Negotiation the New Normal? A jaw-dropping $4.5 million exploit of the CrediX DeFi protocol on the Sonic network has thrust the vulnerabilities of decentralized finance into the spotlight yet again. After a tense six-day standoff, the hacker agreed to return the stolen funds following negotiations, spotlighting […]

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Binance Smart Chain $2M Hack: Crypto Exploits Surge in 2024 Crisis

Crypto Chaos: Binance Smart Chain $2M Hack Exposes Surging Exploits A fresh wound has been carved into the crypto landscape as Binance Smart Chain (BSC) suffers a brutal $2 million exploit, with blockchain security firm CertiK hot on the trail of the attacker. This latest heist is a glaring neon sign of the persistent vulnerabilities […]

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Abracadabra Hit by $13M Flash Loan Attack: DeFi Security Under Scrutiny Again

Abracadabra’s $13 Million Vanishing Act: A Flash Loan Attack Strikes Again In a dramatic turn of events, Abracadabra, a prominent DeFi platform, fell victim to a $13 million heist executed through a flash loan attack. This marks the second time in 2024 that the project has been compromised, highlighting ongoing security issues within the DeFi […]

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Infini Exploit: $49.5M Heist Exposes DeFi Vulnerabilities

Infini Exploit: A $49.5 Million Heist Shakes DeFi’s Foundations On February 24, 2025, Hong Kong-based stablecoin neobank Infini fell victim to a $49.5 million exploit, exposing critical vulnerabilities in the DeFi sector. The incident, involving the manipulation of retained admin privileges in a smart contract, has raised alarms about security and insider threats, especially following […]

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UniLend DeFi Exploit: $200K Loss Sparks Security Debate

UniLend Exploit: A $200,000 Wake-Up Call for DeFi Security – UniLend exploit: $200,000 loss due to smart contract bug – Swift response: Bounty offered to the attacker – Community support: Rallying around UniLend – Security lessons: Need for rigorous audits and protocols In the decentralized finance (DeFi) arena, where innovation is king but security is […]

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Crypto Hacks Skyrocket to $1.7B in 2024 Due to Access Control Flaws

Access Control Vulnerabilities Surge, Causing $1.7B in Crypto Hack Losses In 2024, the crypto world faced a staggering $1.7 billion in losses due to access control vulnerabilities, affecting centralized exchanges, decentralized platforms, and the gaming/metaverse sectors. This highlights the urgent need for robust security measures across the board. $1.7B lost due to access control vulnerabilities […]

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