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Radiant Capital Suspends Lending Post Breach

October 17, 2024
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Radiant Capital Suspends Lending Post Breach

Radiant Capital has temporarily halted its lending markets following a serious cybersecurity breach that has resulted in an estimated loss of approximately $58 million. The attack primarily affected the cross-chain lending protocol on the BNB Chain and Arbitrum networks. Cybersecurity experts noted that the exploit was executed through the “transferFrom” function, which allowed attackers to drain users’ funds, including popular cryptocurrencies such as USD Coin and Ether. The incident has raised significant concerns within the cryptocurrency community regarding the security measures in place for decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms.

In an official statement, Radiant Capital acknowledged the issue and reported that it is working closely with several cybersecurity firms, including SEAL911, Hypernative, ZeroShadow, and Chainalysis, to investigate the breach thoroughly. The lending markets on both the Base and Mainnet have been paused until further notice as the team assesses the extent of the damage and implements necessary security protocols to prevent future incidents. This move emphasizes the importance of quick responses to security threats in the rapidly evolving landscape of cryptocurrency.

The attack has drawn attention to the vulnerabilities inherent in multisignature wallets, which are commonly used to secure Web3 protocols. The attackers reportedly gained access to several signers’ private keys, enabling them to take control of the smart contracts associated with Radiant Capital. This incident highlights a critical point of failure in decentralized security measures and raises questions about the robustness of current practices. Cybersecurity expert Pop Punk compared the incident to a school bully stealing lunch money, emphasizing the severity of the breach.

Data from cybersecurity firm Hacken indicates that exploits related to access control mechanisms accounted for a staggering $316 million, or nearly 70%, of the total funds stolen in crypto hacks during the third quarter of 2024. As the DeFi space continues to grow, the need for enhanced security measures becomes increasingly urgent. Industry experts like Sreeram Kannan, founder of EigenLayer, argue that the reliance on multisig wallets is a centralized weak point that undermines the trust and decentralization that blockchain technology aims to provide. As Radiant Capital works to recover from this breach, it serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges and risks within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

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  • Radiant Capital Halts Lending Operations Following $58 Million Security Breach
Tags: Arbitrum networksBNB ChainChainalysisCryptocurrencycyber incidentsCyber Incidents 2024Cyber threatsCybersecurityDecentralized FinanceETHEthereumHypernativeMainnetOctober 2024Radiant CapitalSEAL911USD CoinZeroShadow
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