Web3 Security in 2026: The “Audit-Only” Era is Dead
Looking into 2026, Sherlock expects protocols to stop accepting partial security assurances. Simply pointing to a completed audit is losing credibility.
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DeFi Lending Protocol zkLend Shuts Down After $9.5M Exploit, Token Delisting
The exploit, caused by a rounding error vulnerability in one of zkLend’s smart contracts, siphoned off millions in user funds and marked the beginning of a rapid unraveling for the project. Despite attempts to negotiate with the attacker, including a proposed 10% bounty offer, zkLend was unable to recover the stolen funds.
Cetus DEX Hacked for $260M on Sui Blockchain in One of 2025’s Largest DeFi Exploits
The attack, which began in the early hours of Wednesday, caused SUI’s token price to drop by over 15%, currently trading near $3.90. The exploit has raised fresh alarms over the persistent vulnerabilities facing Web3 platforms, even those built on next-gen blockchains like Sui.
Coinbase Stock Soars 9% After S&P 500 Inclusion Despite Cyberattack – What’s Driving the Surge?
According to Benchmark Equity Research, the recent stock momentum is underpinned by strong fundamentals and favorable market positioning. The firm raised its price target for COIN to $301, up from $252, just three days after Coinbase officially became part of the S&P 500.
Who Is the Lazarus Group? The North Korean Masterminds Behind Crypto’s Biggest Hacks
Active since around 2009, the group has transitioned from traditional espionage to large-scale cybercrime, primarily targeting financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges.
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