Unchained How the Attack on Coinbase Shows the Dangers of Centralized Exchanges - Ep. 837
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May 16, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, security experts Jameson Lopp, co-founder and CTO at CASA, James Wester, Research Director at Javelin, and Alexander Leishman, CEO of River, address a shocking Coinbase data breach. They uncover how hackers exploited human vulnerabilities to steal sensitive data. The trio debates whether KYC regulations increase risk, emphasizes the need for better protective measures, and highlights that in crypto, people may be the greatest security threat. Their analysis offers actionable insights for improving user safety in the crypto landscape.
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Human Factor Is Weakest Link
- Human error and social engineering are the weakest links in crypto security today.
- Despite advances in technical security, attackers exploit people rather than blockchains.
Data Leak Enables Spear Phishing
- Leaked customer data enables highly effective phishing and spear phishing attacks.
- Attackers use personal info to trick users into giving up access to their funds.
Crypto Feels Less Secure Than Fiat
- Crypto's technical security is strong but user experience can feel insecure.
- New financial paradigms bring risks unlike traditional fiat systems.