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Access flaw behind Aave V3 exploit drains over $300,000 from Safe wallets

The Cryptonomist·October 2, 2026·1 min read
Access flaw behind Aave V3 exploit drains over $300,000 from Safe wallets

A custom Ethereum module for managing leveraged positions on Aave V3 was exploited on October 1, 2026, draining over $300,000 from two Safe wallets. Security researchers call it one of the most technically precise Aave V3 exploits this year. Aave's core lending contracts were not affected by the breach.

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