A temporary chain split on the Cardano blockchain has raised alarms among users and stakeholders alike. The incident, triggered by a malformed delegation transaction, has led to a public apology from the individual responsible and sparked discussions about the network's security. According to the experts cited in the publication, the situation is becoming critical.
Cardano Experiences Chain Split Due to Validation Flaw
On Friday, Cardano experienced a chain split due to a validation flaw that allowed a malformed transaction to pass on newer node versions while being rejected by older ones. This discrepancy affected numerous users and prompted a response from Intersect, Cardano's governance organization, which confirmed the split's cause.
Possible Deliberate Attack Suggested by Co-Founder
Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Cardano, suggested that the incident might have been a deliberate attack orchestrated by a disgruntled staking pool operator. In the aftermath, the value of Cardano's native token saw a decline of over 6%. However, Intersect reassured the community that no user funds were lost and that retail wallets remained unaffected. The individual behind the transaction expressed regret, clarifying that there was no intention to cause harm.
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