Security

Sushi, a well-known DeFi (Decentralized Finance) protocol, recently experienced a <a href="https://optimisus.com/news/crypto-news/hackers-behind-41m-stake-heist-transfer-bnb-and-matic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">security breach</a> via its Web3 connector, prompting the protocol's Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Matthew Lilley, to issue a warning.  
As a precaution, users have been advised to refrain from using any decentralized applications (dApps) for the time being.  
The security incident involves a front-end exploit, which is a type of<a href="https://optimisus.com/news/crypto-news/mark-cuban-falls-victim-to-hackers-cryptocurrency-wallet-drained/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> </a><a href="https://optimisus.com/news/crypto-news/mark-cuban-falls-victim-to-hackers-cryptocurrency-wallet-drained/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">attack</a> that alters the appearance of a website or application in order to deceive users.  
While the exploit does not directly target the protocol's main wallets, it can manipulate the user interface to redirect funds and trick users into performing unintended transactions.  
Matthew Lilley's warning statement urged users to be cautious until the situation was resolved. The vulnerability appears to be caused by a Web3 connector, which is widely used in the DeFi industry.  
According to a user report, the root cause of the problem was found on Ledger's GitHub page. The original code of Ledger's library appears to have been replaced by a malicious version designed to siphon off tokens. Ledger is a well-known cryptocurrency hardware wallet provider.  
Other DeFi platforms, such as Zapper and RevokeCash, have reported similar issues, indicating a broader impact on applications that rely on the compromised Web3 connector.  
<a href="https://optimisus.com/news/crypto-news/fbi-issues-warning-north-korean-hackers-planning-40-million-bitcoin-cash-out/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Security breaches and exploits</a> continue to be prevalent challenges in the DeFi space, highlighting the importance of strong security measures and continuous monitoring.  
Users are advised to proceed with caution and to wait for official updates from affected protocols before resuming normal activities on these platforms. 
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DeFi Protocol Sushi Falls Victim to Exploit, Affecting Web3 Connector Users

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