Security
BTCPay Server Restricts Lightning Network Access After Hack Drains Nodes
CoinCentral·August 9, 2026·1 min read
BTCPay Server temporarily blocked external remote connections to Lightning Network nodes after attackers exploited a critical vulnerability. Attackers obtained 'macaroon' credential files to control LND nodes, moving funds. Version 2.4.2 patches the flaw and automatically rotates credentials on standard installations. Foundation CEO Zach Herbert confirmed his company's Lightning node was affected.
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