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Bitcoin Core Discloses Bug That Let Tor-Connected Nodes Trust Unknown Peers
(2 hours ago) · 1 source · Summarized by CryptoBipto
Bitcoin Core has disclosed a vulnerability that caused thousands of nodes connected via the Tor network to automatically trust any peer, regardless of identity. The bug potentially exposed affected nodes to manipulation by malicious actors. A fix has been released, and node operators are being urged to update their software.
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- coindesk.com
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