SlowMist Founder Warns of Ongoing $255,000 DeBot Private Key Theft

SlowMist's Cosine cautions that hackers are still siphoning funds from wallets flagged by DeBot, urging affected users to move assets without delay.

Summary

Cosine, founder of cybersecurity firm SlowMist, warned on X that hackers have stolen $255,000 from risk wallets flagged by DeBot. The thefts remain ongoing, and SlowMist is actively tracking the incident on-chain. Users with assets in affected wallets are advised to transfer their funds immediately to prevent further loss.

Terms & Concepts
  • Private Key: A confidential cryptographic code that allows ownership and control of cryptocurrency funds.
  • On-Chain Tracking: Monitoring transactions directly on a blockchain to trace asset movements.
  • DeBot: A blockchain-based decentralized bot application that can automate tasks but may be vulnerable to exploits.