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Atomic Wallet Users Lose Over $100 Million

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Last updated: 2023/06/15 at 2:47 AM
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Digital asset tracking firm, Elliptic, has revealed that losses suffered by users of Atomic Wallet have escalated to more than $100 million.

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Lazarus Connection: North Korea Rears Its Head Once MoreAtomic Wallet Goes Dark As Clients Wait And HopeNavigating the Crypto Underworld: The Garantex Exchange

It appears that over 5,500 wallets linked to this crypto storage platform have been compromised.

We have received reports of wallets being compromised. We are doing all we can to investigate and analyse the situation. As we have more information, we will share it accordingly.

For any questions and concerns, contact [email protected]

— Atomic – Crypto Wallet (@AtomicWallet) June 3, 2023

Despite the magnitude of the breach, Atomic Wallet has yet to provide an explanation for the losses. 

The company, which acknowledged the reports of compromised wallets via a June 3rd tweet, confirmed that fewer than 1% of its users were affected. This equates to about 5,000 users given the company’s claim to have around five million clients. But, in the volatile realm of cryptocurrency, even such a small percentage can translate to significant monetary losses.

Lazarus Connection: North Korea Rears Its Head Once More

Elliptic, known for its advanced tracking and security analysis in the crypto space, has indicated that the Lazarus Group is behind this breach. 

The Lazarus Group, which is allegedly connected to North Korea, has an infamous reputation in the crypto community, having stolen over $2 billion in digital assets across multiple attacks. 

If the attribution stands, this will be the first major crypto theft linked to the group since the $100 million Horizon Bridge exploit in June 2022.

Since then, Elliptic has been working relentlessly to recover the stolen assets. Collaborating with numerous investigators and exchanges worldwide, the company has managed to trace and freeze more than $1 million in stolen assets.

In response to these events, renowned cybersecurity and crypto expert, Dr. Sarah Brown, commented, “This recent breach is a stark reminder of the ongoing risks in the cryptocurrency market. It also illustrates the essential need for advanced security protocols and constant vigilance on the part of all stakeholders. 

The crypto industry, while offering immense possibilities, is still a field where security breaches can lead to significant financial losses.”

She further emphasized, “The swift response and efforts of digital forensics companies like Elliptic, in tracking and freezing stolen assets, show that we are becoming more adept at navigating these challenges. 

“Nonetheless, individual users need to stay informed and cautious, especially in choosing their storage platforms and exchanges.”

Atomic Wallet Goes Dark As Clients Wait And Hope

Those affected have taken to social media to voice their dismay both at the theft and at Atomic Wallet’s apparent lack of action and communication in the aftermath of the breach.
 

I’m a teacher. my life savings was stolen from me! “1%” makes it feel like its no big deal -I just want you to know that that 20k may feel small to you, but it was years of work to me.I don’t feel like you are even worried about me. I’ve received a couple emails, nothing more.

— Brittiney Boyle (@brittineyb2012) June 9, 2023

@AtomicWallet any update today !!
it’s been a week already that our money has been stolen because of your security beginner, patiently waiting for our money to come back.

— Oussamax (@Oussamax_Crypto) June 10, 2023

Navigating the Crypto Underworld: The Garantex Exchange

Interestingly, the measures taken following the Horizon heist to freeze the stolen funds last year seem to have triggered a shift in the perpetrator’s tactics. 

North Korea has now turned to the Russian-based exchange, Garantex, to launder the illicitly gained assets. Notably, Garantex was sanctioned by the US Department of the Treasury in April 2022 for its role in facilitating the laundering of funds derived from ransomware and darknet markets. 

Despite the sanctions, the exchange continues to function.

Thanks to Elliptic’s exhaustive research and unique intelligence on crypto wallets used by Garantex, customers can steer clear of transacting with this sanctioned entity. 

The cybersecurity firm’s response to this incident serves as a strong testament to the digital forensics capabilities available in the crypto space, helping to maintain trust in an industry that’s still gaining its footing in the mainstream market.

CryptoNews.com has reached out to Atomic Wallet and Eliptic for comment.



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