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Inside the Biggest Heist

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CHAPTER

Unpacking the Ethereum Heist

This chapter examines a $1.5 billion theft in the Ethereum ecosystem, focusing on the technical vulnerabilities exposed by a security breach during a routine transaction. It details how attackers exploited signature processes and manipulated code to gain unauthorized control of funds. The discussion raises critical questions about the adequacy of security measures in cryptocurrency, including the effectiveness of hardware wallets.

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