Phishing scams top crypto security threat of 2024 — CertiK
Phishing attacks were the most costly attack vector for the crypto industry in 2024, netting attackers over $1 billion across 296 incidents. Go to Source
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Crypto hacks wipe out $2.3B in 2024, marking 40% YoY surge
According to Cyvers, the 40% yearly increase was mainly driven by growing access control vulnerabilities amid centralized exchanges and cryptocurrency custodians. Go to Source
Crypto hackers steal $71M in November, bringing yearly total to $1.48B
Cryptocurrency hackers continue damaging the industry’s reputation as the yearly value stolen through cyberattacks nears $1.5 billion. Go to Source
M2 crypto exchange hacked for $13M, user funds already restored
The industry is still recovering from the $230 million WazirX hack, which occurred less than four months ago. Go to Source
September 2024 crypto hacks surpass $120M, centralized exchanges hit
Cryptocurrency hacks in September totaled over $120 million, with centralized exchanges BingX and Indodax accounting for more than half. Go to Source
August sees 215% rise in crypto phishing, $55M lost in single attack
The majority of the stolen funds is accounted for a major phishing incident that cost an unfortunate user $55 million. Go to Source
Crypto hackers surpass $1.2 billion stolen in 2024: Immunefi
Crypto hackers have stolen over 15.5% more in 2024 so far compared to the same period last year. Go to Source
Crypto Theft Surge: Hackers Steal $1.38 Billion in First Half of 2024, Doubling 2023 Figures
A new report by blockchain intelligence firm TRM reveals that crypto thefts in the first half of 2024 have doubled compared to 2023, with $1.38 billion stolen by June 24. Major hacks constitute 70% of losses, with private key compromises and smart contract exploits as top attack vectors. Crypto projects are advised to adopt comprehensive … Read more
Crypto Hackers Gross Over $3 Billion From 125 Hacks so Far This Year
Data from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis shows that October is “the biggest month in the biggest year ever for hacking activity.” The firm added that crypto hackers have grossed over $3 billion across 125 hacks so far this year. Crypto-Hacking Activity Soars in October Chainalysis shared some crypto-related hacking statistics Wednesday. The blockchain data analytics … Read more
