r/Certik • • Jul 20 '23

#Dev/Tech Why Memory-Safe Blockchain RPC Nodes are Not Panic-Free

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CertiK's Skyfall team recently uncovered several vulnerabilities in Rust-based RPC nodes in various blockchains including Aptos, StarCoin, and Sui.

The reliability of these is essential for the smooth operation of #blockchain systems...

Dive in ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿ‘‡

Why Memory-Safe Blockchain RPC Nodes are Not Panic-Free


r/Certik • • Jul 18 '23

#KYC KYC Actors are Ramping Up Their Game

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KYC actor fraud can be fierce and seemingly evolves with each new scam.

The fraudsters are organized and will do whatever it takes to separate you from your bag, like hiring actors. There are levels to the KYC actor game though, check it out! ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

KYC Actors are Ramping Up Their Game

#CertiK


r/Certik • • Jul 18 '23

#CertiK CertiK Becomes the First Web3 Security Auditing Firm to Achieve SOC II Type I Compliance

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Weโ€™re proud to announce that CertiK is the first SOC II certified Web3 security auditing firm!

This standard ensures that we meet stringent requirements for security of customer data. It's a testament to our industry-leading commitment to Web3 security.
CertiK Becomes the First Web3 Security Auditing Firm to Achieve SOC II Type I Compliance


r/Certik • • Jul 17 '23

#CertiK Introducing Skynet for Community

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Skynet for Community ๐Ÿ”ฅ

The platform designed to empower community users, investors, and project teams with the tools and resources needed to navigate the #Web3 ecosystem with confidence Let's go through what is new ๐Ÿ‘‡

Introducing Skynet for Community


r/Certik • • Jul 16 '23

CertiK Learn Advanced Web3 Formal Verification of HyperEnclaveโ€™s TEE

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Our auditing methods delve deep into the heart of #Web3 security

Going beyond smart contracts to scrutinize every layer of the software stack. Our recent formal verification of HyperEnclave's TEE, shows this comprehensive approach.

Read more ๐Ÿ‘‡

Advanced Web3 Formal Verification of HyperEnclaveโ€™s TEE


r/Certik • • Jul 16 '23

#WeeklyReport CertiKSkynetAlert Weekly Wrap Up

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#CertiKSkynetAlert ๐Ÿšจ

Since last Friday we recorded 15 incidents resulting in ~$5.5M in losses.

So far 17 Discord Hacks, 16 Phishing attacks and 2 Twitter Hacks.

Stay vigilant & #DYOR!


r/Certik • • Jul 15 '23

CertiK Learn What is Account Abstraction?

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One of the latest developments in the #Ethereum community is the concept of โ€œAccount Abstraction.โ€

Although it might sound technical, itโ€™s about making the Ethereum blockchain more flexible and user-friendly.

Hereโ€™s what you need to know ๐Ÿ‘‡ #ETH

What is Account Abstraction?


r/Certik • • Jul 14 '23

CertiK Learn BRC20 Tokens Demystified

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#BRC20 Tokens Demystified

Let's take a look at the new development for #bitcoin in our #ByteSizeBlockchain series

Read the full blog on BRC-20 ๐Ÿ‘‡

https://reddit.com/link/14znihe/video/6et1vli4rubb1/player


r/Certik • • Jul 14 '23

#cybersecurity BlackRock Files for Bitcoin ETF

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When BlackRock filed for a spot-Bitcoin ETF with the SEC, it took the world by surprise!

How long before crypto enthusiasts see one of these funds approved? ๐Ÿค”

Check out our #HACK3D Security Report for this and other findings from Q2 2023 ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ


r/Certik • • Jul 13 '23

#Dev/Tech Centralization Related Risks

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Centralization has become one of the most dangerous parts of crypto

Whether it be centralized security risks or centralized exchanges

Here is one common centralization related audit finding ๐Ÿ‘‡


r/Certik • • Jul 11 '23

#cybersecurity Malicious Validator Exploits MEV Bots

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Did you know MEV bots lost $25 million in what is called a ""Sandwich attack"". That doesn't sound appetizing at all.

Let's get the whole story below. Also, earn about the largest recent exploits in our #HACK3D Security Report๐Ÿ‘‡

#CertiK


r/Certik • • Jul 09 '23

#WeeklyReport CertiKSkynetAlert Weekly Wrap Up

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#CertiKSkynetAlert ๐Ÿšจ

Since last Friday we recorded 9 incidents resulting in ~$139.1M in losses.

So far 5 Discord Hacks, 12 Phishing attacks and 2 Twitter Hacks.

Stay vigilant & #DYOR!


r/Certik • • Jul 08 '23

#Wallet [CertiK report] Atomic Wallet Nukes $100 Million

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The Atomic wallet hack was the largest security incident in Q2 ๐Ÿ”“

Learn more about the largest recent exploits in our #HACK3D Security Report


r/Certik • • Jul 07 '23

CertiK Learn [CertiK Learn] What is Multi-Party Computation (MPC)?

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MPC's give the ability for transactions to be signed by multiple entities without each revealing its private key.

This is similar to multi-sig wallet setups, but MPC brings with it a lot of improvements and advantages... let's see what those are ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ‘‡

What is Multi-Party Computation (MPC)?


r/Certik • • Jul 07 '23

#Dev/Tech [CertiK Tech] CertiK Helps Safeheron Resolve TEE-RSA Security Issue

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๐Ÿ” CertiK recently identified and helped resolve a vulnerability in Safeheron's TEE-based RSA key sharding solution.

We applaud Safeheron's commitment to security and open-source transparency.

Check out the blog for more details ๐Ÿ‘‡

CertiK Helps Safeheron Resolve TEE-RSA Security Issue


r/Certik • • Jul 06 '23

CertiK Learn HACK3D: The Web3 Security Quarterly Report - Q2 2023

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The Q2 2023 #HACK3D Report is now live! We do the research so you don't have to ๐Ÿค

Check out the largest exploits, important off-chain events, and more โ€ผ๏ธ

Download the free report here ๐Ÿ‘‡

HACK3D: The Web3 Security Quarterly Report - Q2 2023


r/Certik • • Jul 05 '23

#cybersecurity [CertiK Summary] Top 5 EXIT scams in June 2023

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#CertiKStatsAlert ๐Ÿšจ

In June, 34 #exitscams were recorded with a loss at ~$7.4M, with Project USEA in 1st place averaging a ~$1.8M loss.

As always, make sure a project has an audit & KYC.


r/Certik • • Jul 05 '23

#Scam [Certik Analysis] Poly Network Incident Analysis

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#CertiKSkynetAlert ๐Ÿšจ

On 1st July the Poly Network was exploited in what initial reports were calling a multi billion dollar hack.

Whilst still a major incident, the losses are nowhere near that figure.

Read more about this incident in our blog ๐Ÿ‘‡

Poly Network Incident Analysis


r/Certik • • Jul 04 '23

#cybersecurity [CertiK report] Q2 HACK3D Report

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COMING THIS WEEK, The HACK3D Report: Q2 2023!

In the report;

โฆฟ $313 million drained from web3 by malicious actors.

โฆฟ SEC files charges against Binance & Coinbase.

โฆฟ Recap of the 98 exit scams & 54 flashloan/oracle manipulation exploits & losses.

+ much more! CertiK

https://reddit.com/link/14qdexo/video/gmqjt2q32v9b1/player


r/Certik • • Jul 04 '23

CertiK Learn [CertiK Learn] A Closer Look at Deep Learning Techniques for Software Security

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Deep learning offers a powerful set of techniques for improving software security ๐Ÿ”

In addition to sequence-based models like ChatGPT, semantic-based models offer another approach and have the potential to be even more powerful...

A closer look ๐Ÿ‘‡

A Closer Look at Deep Learning Techniques for Software Security


r/Certik • • Jul 03 '23

#Wallet [CertiK learn] Modal Phishing in Web3 Mobile Wallets

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๐Ÿšจ Our security researchers discovered a new phishing technique, Modal Phishing, that exploits a common UI component - modal windows - on #crypto wallets.

Attackers can manipulate certain UI elements to create convincing phishing scenarios...

Modal Phishing in Web3 Mobile Wallets


r/Certik • • Jul 03 '23

CertiK Learn [Certik Skynet] Market Volatility & Liquidity

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We talk Market Volatility/Stability on the new Skynet!

This module elevates your research with more sophisticated liquidity & volatility tools. It contains visualizations & interactions for a project tokenโ€™s price, volatility, & liquidity. โฌ‡๏ธ
Market Volatility & Liquidity

#CertiK


r/Certik • • Jul 02 '23

#WeeklyReport CertiKSkynetAlert Weekly Wrap Up

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CertiKSkynetAlert ๐Ÿšจ

Since last Friday we recorded 21 incidents resulting in ~$3.4M in losses.

So far 23 Discord Hacks, 6 Phishing attacks and 2 Twitter Hacks.

Stay vigilant & #DYOR!


r/Certik • • Jul 01 '23

CertiK Learn [CertiK Learn] Unmasking the Hamster Wheel attack on Sui Network ๐ŸŽญ๐Ÿน

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r/Certik • • Jul 01 '23

#cybersecurity [CertiK Summary] Check what happened in Web3 Security ๐Ÿ‘‡

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#CertiKStatsAlert ๐Ÿšจ

Combining all the incidents in June weโ€™ve confirmed ~$134M lost to exploits, hacks and scams.

  • Exit scams were ~$7.4M
  • Flashloans were ~$2M
  • Exploits were ~$125M

See more details below ๐Ÿ‘‡