According to TRM Labs, in the first half of 2025, losses from attacks on crypto infrastructure reached $2.1 billion. Most of these attacks occurred due to vulnerabilities in blockchain protection systems, significantly increasing risks for cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Bitcoin.
Infrastructure Attacks on Cryptocurrencies
Infrastructure attacks on blockchain networks caused losses of $2.1 billion in the first half of 2025, reports TRM Labs. These incidents are often linked to unauthorized control of assets through exploits of vulnerabilities such as private keys and protocol interfaces. Recent vulnerabilities in Ethereum highlight the need for enhanced security measures, such as updates to the Geth client.
Historical Trends in Crypto Security
Historical data indicates that infrastructure breaches have consistently targeted Layer 1 cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Bitcoin, often resulting in multimillion-dollar losses per incident. At the time of publication, Ethereum (ETH) is trading at $2,421.88 with a market cap of $292.36 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $15.11 billion.
Expert Recommendations for Security Improvement
Experts from the Coincu research team emphasize the importance of evolving security protocols to address infrastructure threats. The implementation of hardened security measures and proactive blockchain upgrades are essential to mitigate financial and regulatory risks. Developers are increasingly collaborating to share best practices and lead discussions on protective strategies in the face of escalating attacks.
The infrastructure attacks on cryptocurrencies in 2025 emphasize the need for heightened security measures in the digital financial landscape. Effective prevention strategies can help minimize losses and restore user confidence in cryptocurrencies.
