BTCPay Server Warns Users of Hot Wallet Thefts Linked to Outdated Software
(2 hours ago) · 1 source · Summarized by CryptoBipto
BTCPay Server has issued a warning that users running older versions of its software have experienced hot wallet thefts. The project is urging affected users to update to the latest version to address the vulnerability. Details about the exact nature of the exploit and the total amount stolen have not been fully disclosed.
WHY IT MATTERS
A "hot wallet" is a cryptocurrency wallet that stays connected to the internet, making it convenient for sending and receiving payments but also more vulnerable to theft compared to a "cold wallet," which is kept offline.
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- cointelegraph.com
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