WazirX’s $235 million hack tied to North Korean cyber group; US, Japan, South Korea issues joint statement
In July 2024, WazirX, India's largest crypto exchange, experienced a major security breach, losing 45% of its assets. The US, Japan, and South Korea attribute the attack to North Korean Lazarus Group. Multiple crypto thefts in 2024 have been linked to North Korean entities, prompting these nations to enhance cybersecurity and impose sanctions.
In July 2024, WazirX, India's largest crypto exchange, experienced a major security breach, losing 45% of its assets. The US, Japan, and South Korea attribute the attack to North Korean Lazarus Group. Multiple crypto thefts in 2024 have been linked to North Korean entities, prompting these nations to enhance cybersecurity and impose sanctions.
