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Crypto Hacks Increase in 2024 and Here is Why

by Matoy
June 7, 2024
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  • Hackers stole $542.7 million in Q1 2024, a 42% increase from 2023.
  • Phishing and private key leaks are now primary targets for attackers.
  • Smart contract vulnerabilities decreased by 92% due to advanced security tools.

Cryptocurrency hackers appear set for a more lucrative year in 2024, with the first quarter alone witnessing a significant rise in stolen digital assets. Hackers managed to steal $542.7 million, a 42% increase compared to the same period in 2023, highlighting a worrying trend for the crypto community.

The increase in hacking incidents is primarily due to attackers constantly evolving their strategies and targeting easier prey. According to Mriganka Pattnaik, co-founder and CEO of Merkle Science, hackers are moving away from smart contract vulnerabilities and focusing on other areas like private key leaks. Pattnaik explained that these leaks often result from phishing attacks or poor storage practices, leading to substantial financial losses.

Phishing attacks are a common method used by hackers to steal sensitive information, such as crypto wallet private keys. One notable incident in May involved a trader losing $71 million in a high-profile phishing attack. The attacker tricked the trader into transferring 99% of their funds to the attacker’s address. Interestingly, the thief later returned the stolen amount after the incident drew the attention of blockchain investigation firms, who identified the attacker’s location.

Smart Contract Security Improvements

Historically, smart contract vulnerabilities were a major target for hackers. However, Merkle Science’s 2024 HackHub report indicates a significant decrease in funds lost to such exploits, from $2.6 billion in 2022 to $179 million in 2023—a 92% drop. This improvement is attributed to advanced security tools and hackers seeking easier targets.

Pattnaik highlighted that the biggest security concern now is the rapid increase in losses due to private key leaks. Over 55% of hacked digital assets in 2023 were lost this way.

Evolving Threat Landscape

The decline in smart contract exploits results from enhanced security measures and hackers shifting focus to less technically demanding targets, such as private key theft. New security tools help identify and fix vulnerabilities in smart contracts before they can be exploited.

“New security tools are helping to identify and fix weaknesses in smart contracts before they can be exploited,” Pattnaik noted. “Hackers may be looking for easier targets that require less technical knowledge to exploit, such as stealing private keys.”

As the crypto landscape continues to evolve, the community must stay vigilant against emerging threats and enhance security measures to protect against these increasingly sophisticated attacks.

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