CoinEx Crypto Exchange Hit by $28 Million Exploit, Four Hot Wallets Drained
On September 12, CoinEx, a cryptocurrency exchange, experienced a suspected attack following a substantial outflow from four of its hot wallets, which was promptly detected and reported by the blockchain security firm Cy...
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According to Cyvers Alert, the breach resulted in losses exceeding $27 million across the hot wallets. ...
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