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The alarming increase in cybersecurity breaches in the blockchain resulted in a loss of over $685 million in the third quarter of 2023. This number rose by 59.9% from the previous quarter’s losses. With notable incidents spanning across 49 protocols and projects, these cybercrimes misappropriated almost $662 million. The vulnerability of the DeFi sub-sector has been specifically highlighted, as it lost a massive $2.8 billion in 2022.

“September 2023 heralded a significant blow to the crypto world, with a staggering $332 million lost to various exploits, scams, and hacks. The biggest loss, however, came from exploits, causing about $329.8 million damage. High-profile cyber attacks underscore the need for enhanced security in the crypto-ecosphere and highlight the potential misuse of cryptocurrency.”

Reports suggest that the notorious North Korean hacking group Lazarus Group has a cryptocurrency reserve worth over $47 million, mostly in Bitcoin, according to institutional crypto platform provider, 21.co. The hacker group’s stash was tracked to 295 wallets identified by the US Government.

The FBI has identified North Korean hacking group, the Lazarus Group, as responsible for the theft of $41 million from online crypto casino Stake. The large-scale cyber theft affected multiple blockchain networks including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Bitcoin, and Polygon.

“The North Korea-affiliated Lazarus Group has allegedly stolen $41 million in crypto from Stake.com, according to the FBI. Using a leaked private key to a hot wallet, the loot spread across Ethereum, BSC, Polygon, and Bitcoin networks. These hacking events highlight the crypto industry’s vulnerability and necessity for effective security measures.”

The FBI has put six Bitcoin wallets, affiliated with North Korea’s Lazarus Group, on its radar, highlighting their potential possession of around $40 million. The Group’s success in crypto exploits is counterbalanced by blockchain’s public-ledger technology which makes laundering assets increasingly difficult due to traceable and freezeable transactions.

“TRM Labs reported that North Korean hackers have stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrencies in the past five years. The criminals focused on the fast-growing DeFi sector, using techniques such as supply chain attacks, phishing, and infrastructure hacks. Interestingly, despite a broad decrease in crypto thefts in 2023, North Korea’s crypto crimes persisted.”

“North Korean cybercriminals have reportedly stolen an estimated $2 billion in cryptocurrency over the past five years, according to TRM Labs. Their targets increasingly include the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. The hackers use advanced attack methodologies and complex money laundering techniques, posing a significant threat to the crypto security landscape.”

Bitcoin’s involvement in crypto crimes has dropped to just 19% in 2022 from 97% in 2016, according to a report by blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs. This decline highlights the rise in the misuse of other blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Tron, and BNB Chain by cybercriminals, indicating an emergent multi-chain era. The study also revealed inventive tactics employed by criminals, such as “chain-hopping” to avoid detection.

Hackers exploited Atomic Wallet for over $100 million, using THORChain to conceal their tracks by converting stolen ETH to BTC. Connected to the North Korean group Lazarus, these hackers have a history of attacking crypto exchanges and using chain-hopping techniques to launder funds.

North Korea’s cyber army has reportedly stolen $3 billion in cryptocurrencies over the past five years, with 50% of the funds allegedly used to fund the country’s ballistic missile program. The magnitude of these stolen funds poses a significant threat to the digital currency industry’s growth and security, highlighting the need for heightened cyber vigilance and collaboration between governments, cybersecurity experts, and crypto exchanges.

Japan has suffered $721 million in cryptocurrency theft by North Korean hackers, accounting for 30% of the global total, according to a study by Elliptic. Lax security systems in Japan and Vietnam are said to be the primary reasons for their vulnerability. The findings emphasize the importance of implementing robust security measures and increasing international cooperation against such threats.