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Wazirx Moves Funds to New Wallets After $230M Crypto Theft

Wazirx Moves Funds to New Wallets After $230M Crypto Theft
Wazirx Moves Funds to New Wallets After $230M Crypto Theft
Milena Volodina
Last updated: August 15, 2024 5:20 pm
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Milena Volodina
Published August 16, 2024
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India-based cryptocurrency exchange Wazirx has started transferring the remaining coins stored with its custodian firm Liminal to new multisig wallets following a hack attack that drained the platform of more than $230 million. Wazirx claims that its own systems are safeguarded but the custodian’s interface was hacked leading to this measure. They will be shifting to avoid compromising the highest level of security as to the assets of the users in view of this alarming event.

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Wazirx’s Swift Response to a $230 Million CyberattackLiminal’s Response and Ongoing InvestigationsImpact and Future StepsConclusion

Wazirx’s Swift Response to a $230 Million Cyberattack

Wazirx, a popular cryptocurrency exchange in India, tweeted on its official social media handle X (previously Twitter) recently where it shared how it has addressed a recent major security lapse. The incident happened on the 18th of July, and attackers managed to steal more than $230 million from one of its multisig wallets. This event has awakened the crypto sphere, showing that security must be a top priority.

As a result of this account, Wazirx declared that it would transfer the remaining tokens currently stored with the custodian Liminal to new multisig wallets. This move was deemed proper by the exchange claiming that recent incidents required maximum security of the affected assets, Wazirx, however, has assured its users that its website and network were not compromised. However, the custodian’s interface was somehow involved in the breach and this has raised some concerns hence the following measures by Wazirx.

Wazirx’s multisig wallets
Wazirx’s multisig wallets

As for the transition, Wazirx also said that the company wants to make its operations as transparent as possible. It has pledged to release the list of the new wallets after the migration had been effected, in the exchange. This measure is meant to make it possible for the users to monitor and also independently ascertain the security status of their property. In addition, Wazirx has let users know that all transactions relating to the hack after July 18th, can be seen from a particular link.

Liminal’s Response and Ongoing Investigations

Although Wazirx is now making efforts to secure its assets, the custodian that was involved in the hack, Liminal, has claimed that its environment was not touched. Liminal, a digital asset custody firm, said the incident took place in a multi-signature smart contract wallet managed independently of the firm’s platform. Liminal itself, wallets and assets are safe, the company states.

Lconditionally, Liminal responded to the situation in the following statement reproduced on X: “Our initial findings indicate that one of the self-custody multi-sig smart contract wallets created outside of the Liminal ecosystem was compromised. , Liminal has made it clear that its platform is safe and none of its infrastructure, wallets or assets were compromised.

Wazirx’s multisig wallets
Wazirx’s multisig wallets

The contradiction between the two declarations has caused confusion in the cryptosphere as to the specifics of the attack and the roles of all the players. Nonetheless, some recent preventive steps taken by Wazirx such as migrating important funds to new multisig wallets explain company’s efforts to protect users’ money and regain their confidence.

Impact and Future Steps

Besides transfer of funds to the new wallets, Wazirx has also managed to progress reasonably well in reversing the trades that were impacted due to the cyber attack. The exchange reported that 344 bounty entries have been submitted to provide assistance in finding the attacker of the breach and to assist in the recovery of lost funds. Such response from the community shows the people’s care for each other and how the demise of one can be a gain for the other concerning the fighting of cyber threats to the digital assets.

Wazirx can be said to have been quite proactive on its part to reduce the escalation of the breach by immediately transferring the amounts and also on its part, providing information to the clients. To stop any more unauthorized access and secure the users’ money, Wazirx plans to transfer assets to the fresh multisig wallets. That the exchange now plans to make new wallet addresses available to the public post migration does add weight to the exchange’s earlier commitment and assurances on the part of user security.

While the authorities work to establish the facts of the case, both Wazirx and Liminal will probably come under increased pressure from the regulatory authorities as well as the public in the crypto space. It also brings back the lessons that organizations should learn on how to protect their digital assets and the fact that cybersecurity threat remains a concern even in the era of cryptocurrencies.

Conclusion

The recent hack of $230 million from Wazirx’s multisig wallets has made headlines and remains a big issue in the crypto community, underscoring the necessity of sound security strategies in the cryptocurrency market. The following two aspects of Wazirx’s actions are rather encouraging in terms of user security: first, it decided to transfer funds to new wallets; second, it promptly posted an open letter explaining what happened. Forcing Liminal to argue that their systems were not breached, the case is proof that it is never easy to protect such values digitally and that there is always room for improvement in the security processes. After the completion of asset migration and trade reversals at Wazirx, the exchange is now more dedicated and committed to establishing its reputation and providing the best possible security to consumers.

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ByMilena Volodina
Milena Volodina is a blockchain strategist and cryptocurrency expert with 9 years of experience in the industry. With a background in finance and technology, Milena has worked on numerous blockchain projects, including the development of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms and blockchain-based financial services. Her expertise in both the technical and financial aspects of blockchain technology allows her to provide a comprehensive view of the industry. At DT NEWS, Milena offers readers expert analysis and insights into the latest trends and innovations in the blockchain and cryptocurrency world, ensuring they stay informed about key developments.
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