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Platypus Halt Pools Amid $2 Mln Hack Investigation

In response to the $2 million attack, Platypus is conducting an investigation, while suspending pools, and outreaching out to hackers.
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Platypus Halt Pools Amid $2 Mln Hack Investigation

The latest security breach on the Platypus platform has gained attention from investors, where hackers drained around $2 million from the protocol. However, according to a recent announcement by the platform on their X account, the automated market maker (AMM) decentralized exchange (DEX) platform has provided some updates on its response to the exploit.

Meanwhile, according to the updates, the developers’ team of Platypus is closely evaluating the incident to address the main cause behind the security breach. So, here we take a look at Platypus’s response to the $2 million hack incident.

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Platypus Launches Investigation

Platypus, a prominent decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol operating on the Avalanche network, has been hit by a substantial security breach, resulting in a loss of about $2 million. Notably, the attack targeted the AVAX-sAVAX liquidity pool and is suspected to have involved the exploitation of flash loans, a key feature in the DeFi ecosystem.

Meanwhile, Platypus Finance, determined to enhance security measures, has initiated a thorough investigation to identify the breach’s root cause. While the exact timeline for this investigation remains uncertain, they have decided to suspend their pools for the sake of safety.

They will continue this pause until they identify and rectify the underlying issue, and will conduct fresh audits to fortify their defenses.

However, given the uncertainty surrounding the investigation’s duration, Platypus has made provisions for the withdrawal of all existing liquidity providers (LPs). In the coming days, they will release detailed instructions on how LPs can safely withdraw their assets.

Moreover, in an unexpected move, Platypus Finance has reached out to the hacker behind the breach, seeking negotiations. Platypus said that the platform will share the results from these negotiations with the DeFi community as they unfold.

Also Read: Scams and Hacks Cost Investors Millions in a Week

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DeFi Struggles With Security

The DeFi sector has grappled with a spate of security breaches and exploits in recent months, raising concerns about the overall security of decentralized finance protocols. Notably, flash loans, a vital component of DeFi, have been a frequent target for attackers who manipulate vulnerabilities within these protocols.

Meanwhile, flash loans intend to empower users to access funds without collateral, as long as they repay the loan within the same transaction block. However, hackers have leveraged these loans, exploiting vulnerabilities in DeFi protocols and profiting from market manipulation.”

It is worth noting that Platypus Finance’s decision to suspend its pools echoes a similar response to an earlier breach in which the project lost $8.5 million. The quick recurrence of such incidents underscores the need for heightened vigilance and improved security measures in the rapidly evolving DeFi landscape.

Meanwhile, the broader crypto sector has also witnessed a surge in cyber threats, resulting in substantial financial losses. Notably, a recent report showed that the Web 3 platforms incurred a total loss exceeding $1.2 billion throughout 2023 from January to August. In August, these platforms registered a loss of nearly $23.4 million.

Also Read: California Gov Gavin Newsom Signs Crypto Regulation Bill

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