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Aztec Legacy Exploit Shows The Long Tail Risk Of Deprecated Crypto Contracts

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Old smart contracts can remain dangerous long after a protocol has moved on. A SlowMist analysis of a $2.19 million theft from Aztec Connect has put that problem back in focus. The affected contract was part of a deprecated legacy system, not the active Aztec network, but the incident is still an important warning for… Continue reading Aztec Legacy Exploit Shows The Long Tail Risk Of Deprecated Crypto Contracts→

Deprecated Aztec Connect Contract Exploited For $2.19M, SlowMist Says

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A legacy Aztec Connect smart contract has been exploited for roughly $2.19 million, according to a post-mortem published by blockchain security firm SlowMist. The incident is a useful reminder that deprecated DeFi infrastructure does not simply disappear when a protocol moves on. If contracts remain live, immutable, and funded, they can still become targets —… Continue reading Deprecated Aztec Connect Contract Exploited For $2.19M, SlowMist Says→

Crypto Hacks Swipe Nearly $3 Billion In 2025 Despite Fewer Attacks – Report

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As we approach the final day of a massive year for the crypto industry, a recent report revealed that the sector has lost nearly $3 billion amid the emergence of new trends from malicious actors and growing security complexities. 2025 Crypto Losses Increase By 45% On Tuesday, blockchain security firm SlowMist shared its 2025 Blockchain… Continue reading Crypto Hacks Swipe Nearly $3 Billion In 2025 Despite Fewer Attacks – Report→