Security Incident · ETH Ecosystem
OpenSea Listing mechanism loopholes
An OpenSea user exploited a vulnerability in the non-fungible token (NFT) market to steal hundreds of ether (ETH) from the owners of well-known collectibles such as the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) and Cyber Kongs of several items.
- Reported loss
- 347 ETH
- Attack category
- Listing mechanism loopholes
Incident Overview
The vulnerability appears to be related to the listing mechanism exploited by the platform and allows users to earn around 347 ETH by purchasing some NFTs at the previous listing price on different markets.
Sources & References
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