CoinEx Faces Major Security Breach: Over $27M Potentially Compromised Across ETH, TRX, MATIC, and XRP Wallets
CoinEx, a popular cryptocurrency exchange platform, has fallen victim to a security breach, leaving users concerned about the safety of their digital assets. The breach, which occurred on September 12, 2023, was detected by CoinEx’s Risk Control System, triggering an immediate response to investigate and mitigate the situation.
Preliminary findings suggest that unauthorized transactions involving several cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum ($ETH), Tron ($TRX), and Polygon ($MATIC), took place during the breach. The exact extent of the losses is still under evaluation, but it is crucial to note that the compromised funds represent only a small fraction of CoinEx’s total assets.
Urgent Notice: Security Incident on CoinEx – Immediate Actions Underway
On September 12, 2023, our Risk Control System detected anomalous withdrawals from several hot wallet addresses used to store CoinEx’s exchange assets. Promptly recognizing the gravity of the situation, we…
— CoinEx Global (@coinexcom) September 12, 2023
CoinEx moved swiftly to reassure its user base, emphasizing that all user assets remain secure and untouched despite the breach. To further protect user funds and conduct a comprehensive review of security measures, the exchange temporarily suspended deposit and withdrawal services.
One of the most reassuring aspects of CoinEx’s response to the incident is its commitment to compensating affected parties fully. The exchange pledged to cover 100% of the losses incurred as a result of this breach, demonstrating a strong dedication to customer security and satisfaction.
Furthermore, CoinEx promised to provide a detailed timeline and a comprehensive report on the breach as soon as possible. This transparency is crucial in rebuilding trust with the community and addressing concerns about the incident.
The breach was initially discovered by Cyvers Alerts, an independent security firm. Deddy Lavid, CEO of Cyvers Alerts, revealed that his company had made significant efforts to contact CoinEx executives regarding the threat. However, it appears that CoinEx did not respond promptly to these efforts, raising questions about communication and cooperation in handling the breach.
Cyvers Alerts estimates that the attack resulted in a cryptocurrency loss of approximately $27 million. This figure includes $18.12 million worth of Ethereum, $8.5 million in Tron, and $291,000 in Polygon, along with various other ERC-20 tokens.
🚨Red Code🚨Our AI-powered model detected suspicious transactions related to @coinexcom 2 hours ago
The potentially stolen funds amount to $18.12M #Eth $8.5M #Tron and $291K in #Polygon
Possible causes: access control violations, private key leakage, rug pulling, insider job https://t.co/Wzw84azM9M pic.twitter.com/2bqHmE18Sr
— 🚨 Cyvers Alerts 🚨 (@CyversAlerts) September 12, 2023
CoinEx users and the broader cryptocurrency community are understandably concerned about the security of their digital assets in the wake of this breach. CoinEx’s swift response, commitment to compensation, and promise of transparency are positive steps toward regaining trust. However, the incident underscores the ongoing need for rigorous security measures in the crypto space and the importance of timely communication between exchanges and security firms to prevent and respond to such breaches effectively.
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