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Unpatched Bitcoin Lightning nodes face channel-draining bug
Headline from CryptoSlate
Key points
- Maintainers of the Bitcoin Lightning Network have highlighted a security vulnerability affecting unpatched nodes, which could allow attackers to drain funds from channels.
- The v26.06.10 software release addresses the issue by introducing channel checks and remote-command fixes.
- Operators are advised to update immediately, while also restricting and replacing any unaccounted-for credentials.
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- CryptoSlateUnpatched Bitcoin Lightning nodes face channel-draining bug · 4 hours agoRead on CryptoSlate
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