Cardano Network Experiences Temporary Split Due to Unnoticed Code Vulnerability.
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Cardano had a temporary chain split from an old code vulnerability exploited by a staking pool operator using AI-generated code. The issue was fixed by updating the node software, sparking debate over whether it was a flaw or an attack.
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Cardano experienced a brief chain split on Friday due to an old code vulnerability. The vulnerability was caused by a staking pool operator named Homer J, who used AI-generated code to drive a delegation transaction. Nodes diverged in transaction processing, resulting in a network split. The issue was resolved when the staking pool operator downloaded the latest node software and reintegrated the split chain into a single blockchain. The incident has sparked a debate within the Cardano community, with some calling it a critical flaw exposure and others labeling it an attack on the network.
