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Namada Blockchain Exploit: 228,517 ATOM Transferred via IBC Channel

Namada Blockchain Exploit: 228,517 ATOM Transferred via IBC Channel

First seen 20 Jun 2026, 21:49 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •June 21, 2026 at 21:06 UTC
  • •Namada confirmed a protocol exploit affecting its privacy-focused blockchain.
  • •228,517 ATOM were transferred out via an IBC channel during the attack.
  • •The investigation is ongoing, with no details on the vulnerability or total losses disclosed.

Namada, a privacy-focused blockchain in the Cosmos ecosystem, confirmed a protocol exploit on June 20, 2026. The attack involved the transfer of 228,517 ATOM assets through an Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) channel to an address on Cosmos Hub. The Namada team is investigating the incident and coordinating with security agencies but has not disclosed the cause of the vulnerability or the total asset losses. The exploit raises concerns about security within privacy-focused DeFi protocols and the broader Cosmos ecosystem. The team has invited white-hat hackers to cooperate in disclosing vulnerability details. Currently, the investigation is ongoing, and users are advised to exercise caution with the protocol until further updates are provided.

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Timeline

2026-06-18
ATOM assets transferred during exploit
228,517 ATOM were transferred via IBC to a Cosmos Hub address, fully moved out within hours.
Panewslab
2026-06-20
Namada confirms protocol exploit
Namada officially announced a vulnerability exploit and is investigating with security partners.
Cryptorank
2026-06-20
Namada invites white-hat hackers
The project team welcomed cooperation from white-hat hackers to disclose vulnerability details.
Panewslab

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