๐จ $GMX Exploit.$42M Stolen Token Tanks 20%+
On July 9, GMX was hacked for $42 million, crashing the token from $14.42 โ $10.30. The exploit targeted GLP pools on Arbitrum V1, not GMX V2.
๐ง Exploit Details:
A flaw in GMXโs GLP pricing mechanism let the attacker drain funds. GMX has paused GLP trading on V1 and offered a $4.2M bounty (10%) for the return of the funds no legal consequences if returned.
๐ Price Impact & Outlook:
โข GMX dumped 20% but showed a mild bounce.
โข Volatility is extreme scalpers beware.
โข If funds return, a quick recovery is possible.
โข GMX V2 remains unaffected long-term holders may stay.
๐ฅ Community Reaction:
โข Mixed: Some applaud the quick response, others blame poor code audits.
โข Calls for better DeFi security and stricter auditing are growing.
โข Regulators are likely watching this closely.
โ ๏ธ Takeaway:
Even top DeFi platforms arenโt safe. Stay sharp. Watch for recovery signs but donโt FOMO blindly. Trust takes time to rebuild.