Data Breach
Bybit Data Breach
1 records exposed • February 2025
North Korean hackers pulled off one of the biggest crypto heists ever, stealing $1.46 billion from crypto exchange Bybit. They exploited how the exchange signed transactions.
What Happened
North Korean hackers stole $1.46 billion in Ethereum from Bybit in one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts ever, exploiting the transaction signing process.
Attack method: Wallet compromise during transaction signing
What Data Was Exposed
Ethereum - $1.46 billion worth
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What to Do If You're Affected
- 1.
Move funds to self-custody if possible
- 2.
Use hardware wallets for large holdings
- 3.
Enable all available security features
Lessons for Businesses
- • Exchange security is critical
- • Nation-states conduct financial theft
- • Transaction signing processes need hardening
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