In a significant milestone for the Bitcoin network, Bitcoin Core has successfully completed its first third-party security audit, conducted by the reputable firm Quarkslab. This achievement underscores the ongoing commitment to enhancing the security and reliability of the Bitcoin software, and the report highlights positive developments indicating that the project is on the right track.
Positive Audit Results for Bitcoin Core
The audit, which took place in November 2023, concluded that Bitcoin Core is a mature and well-tested software, with no high or medium-severity vulnerabilities identified. This positive assessment is expected to bolster user confidence and attract more developers to the Bitcoin ecosystem.
Important Update to Bitcoin Network
In addition to the successful audit, the Bitcoin network also saw an important update in October, when the OP_RETURN data limit was increased. This change allows for a greater volume of non-financial data to be embedded within Bitcoin transactions, paving the way for innovative use cases and further development of the network's capabilities.
Following the recent positive developments in Bitcoin Core's security audit, Polymarket has reported a security breach affecting some users. The company is taking steps to enhance its security measures; for more details, see read more.
