HTX (formerly Huobi), Asia’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has managed to recover millions of dollars of stolen Ethereum (ETH).
HTX’s hot wallets 24 September attacked on the day and 8 million dollars worth 5,000 ETH hacker who managed to steal 4,999 ETH return did. Offered by on-chain analysis platform Lookonchain to data According to the attacker, the return process 7 October made the day With 2 different transfers completed. On the other hand, HTX also offered a job to the hacker and asked for a full breakdown of the security vulnerability.
Shortly after the attack, the hacker has been identified Stock Exchange officials stated that an attempt was made to contact the person. In the blockchain message sent by HTX, 7 days A continuing offer was made and if the funds were returned, the attacker 5% reward It was promised.
HTX global consultant and TRON (TRX) founder Justin Sun His statement on the subject on October 7 in the statement, confirmed that the assets were returned. Sun also told the attacker as they promised Reward of 250 ETH He also stated that they sent:
We confirmed that the attacker fully refunded all the money as promised and also gave him a white hat bounty of 250 ETH. The hacker made the right choice. We would like to express our gratitude to everyone in the industry for their help!
In his statement, Sun emphasized that they make continuous efforts to protect blockchains and user assets. providing comprehensive security He reminded that their ultimate goal was:
Strengthening blockchain security and protecting user assets is never an easy task, and we work tirelessly! Providing comprehensive security for user assets is always our ultimate goal! We are grateful for the continued support of our users and community!