Web3 Security Risks: Do Not Ignore Traditional Cybersecurity

robot
Abstract generation in progress

The Foundation of Web3 Security: The Importance of Traditional Cybersecurity

In today's rapidly developing Web3 environment, there is a high level of attention to on-chain security and the security of the blockchain ecosystem itself, but more fundamental traditional network security issues are often overlooked. This oversight may stem from the fact that the Web3 industry is still in its early stages of development, and related technologies and security measures are still being improved. However, Web3 is actually built on the infrastructure of Web2, and if there are security vulnerabilities at the Web2 layer, it will pose a serious threat to the entire Web3 ecosystem.

Numen: Without the security of Web2 infrastructure, there is no Web3 security

The impact of 0day vulnerabilities in traditional cybersecurity (Web2 0day) on the asset security of Web3 users cannot be ignored. For instance, browser vulnerabilities and mobile vulnerabilities could lead to asset theft without the user's awareness. There have been multiple real cases where Web2 0day or vulnerabilities have been exploited to steal digital assets, including hackers exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities in Bitcoin ATMs to steal cryptocurrencies, North Korean hackers attacking using Chrome zero-day vulnerabilities, and Android system vulnerabilities allowing hackers to steal cryptocurrency wallet information. These cases demonstrate that Web2 vulnerabilities pose a real and far-reaching threat to digital assets.

Therefore, it can be said that without the underlying security of Web2, it is difficult to guarantee the security of the Web3 domain. Some security teams are dedicated to researching underlying security, composed of top security experts from around the world, possessing comprehensive technical capabilities covering both Web2 and Web3 ecosystems. These teams have discovered high-risk vulnerabilities in the Web2 products of several tech giants, as well as security vulnerabilities in multiple well-known Web3 ecosystems.

Numen: Without the security of Web2, there is no security for Web3

In addition, industry experts believe that security measures in the Web3 field should not be limited to single methods such as code audits, but should also include more security facilities, such as real-time detection and response to malicious transactions. Security technology is directly related to user assets, and the ability to conduct security research is also an important reflection of a security company's level. As the ancient saying goes, "If you don't know the attack, how can you know how to defend it?" In-depth research on Web2 vulnerabilities helps to better protect the Web3 ecosystem.

Several security teams have discovered and analyzed multiple critical security vulnerabilities, including HTTP privilege escalation vulnerabilities, DHCP service remote code execution vulnerabilities, Chrome v8 engine vulnerabilities, and more. These research findings are significant for enhancing the overall security level of the industry.

In the future, the security research team will continue to expand its research on underlying security technologies and welcomes communication and collaboration with industry peers, technical experts, as well as Web3 institutions, exchanges, wallet providers, and others, to work together to enhance security in the Web3 space. Only by paying attention to and effectively addressing traditional cybersecurity issues can we lay a solid foundation for the healthy development of Web3.

Numen: Without the security of Web2, there is no security in Web3

BTC0.05%
ATM-1.03%
View Original
This page may contain third-party content, which is provided for information purposes only (not representations/warranties) and should not be considered as an endorsement of its views by Gate, nor as financial or professional advice. See Disclaimer for details.
  • Reward
  • 8
  • Repost
  • Share
Comment
0/400
LayoffMinervip
· 18h ago
Who still plays the old trap here now???
View OriginalReply0
BlockTalkvip
· 19h ago
You haven't even figured out web2 and you're jumping into web3, right?
View OriginalReply0
quiet_lurkervip
· 19h ago
Just eat the melon and that's it.
View OriginalReply0
ContractExplorervip
· 19h ago
It's just old wine in a new bottle; the underlying issues are still there.
View OriginalReply0
SatoshiSherpavip
· 19h ago
Hitting the pain point: who dares to stack web3 when web2 is unstable?
View OriginalReply0
StakeHouseDirectorvip
· 19h ago
Who can afford the problems with infrastructure?
View OriginalReply0
LiquiditySurfervip
· 19h ago
On-chain running too high, almost forgot that there are still bugs in the underlying layer.
View OriginalReply0
FlashLoanPrincevip
· 19h ago
Exploits are the fatal flaw.
View OriginalReply0
Trade Crypto Anywhere Anytime
qrCode
Scan to download Gate app
Community
English
  • 简体中文
  • English
  • Tiếng Việt
  • 繁體中文
  • Español
  • Русский
  • Français (Afrique)
  • Português (Portugal)
  • Bahasa Indonesia
  • 日本語
  • بالعربية
  • Українська
  • Português (Brasil)