Exploit

An attack that takes advantage of bugs or design flaws in code. Exploits can drain millions from smart contracts in seconds.

Example

Hackers finding a bug that lets them withdraw more than they deposited, draining $600 million from Ronin Bridge.

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📊Key Numbers

$1.7B+
2023 Losses
from hacks and exploits
$600M
Largest Hack
Ronin Bridge (2022)

⚠️Risks & Warnings

  • Flash loan exploits can attack with billions of dollars instantly
  • Reentrancy attacks trick contracts into sending funds multiple times
  • Oracle manipulation causes wrong prices and liquidations
  • Admin key compromises give attackers full control
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