July 19, 2026·Bearish·critical issue

North Korean Developer Accessed MetaMask Core Code

A developer with ties to North Korea gained access to MetaMask's core code before being identified as an operative. No funds were lost, but the breach raises concerns about security exposure of crypto users.

Detected & updated continuously · Source: Nebula

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🚨 Are crypto users more exposed than we realize? A developer reportedly gained access to @MetaMask core code before being identified as a North Korean operative. No funds were lost, but one compromised hire was enough to put millions of wallets at risk without users knowing.