Keeta Network Sets 72-Hour Deadline Following Security Breach
New developments have emerged regarding the recent security incident targeting payment-focused blockchain Keeta Network. In an official statement released on August 23, CEO Ty confirmed that the investigation has progressed significantly.
Investigators Claim to Have Identified the Attacker
The statement reveals that the investigation team has gathered substantial technical evidence believed to identify the party behind the attack. The collected evidence includes:
- Infrastructure Data: IP addresses, along with details of the VPN and VPS services utilized during the attack.
- Technical Fingerprints: User-agent strings and specific technical environment signatures from the unauthorized requests.
- Identity Clues: Email addresses associated with the malicious activity.
- Tooling Information: Specific software tools and infrastructure service providers used by the attacker.
All evidence has been preserved and submitted to relevant authorities, indicating the attacker's operational footprint is not entirely concealed.
Full Fund Return Demanded to Avoid Legal Action
Keeta Network issued a direct ultimatum to the attacker:
The entirety of the stolen funds must be returned within a 72-hour window. Repayment is accepted in KTA, ETH, or USDC.
The network presented a conditional offer: if funds are returned in full, Keeta is prepared to treat it as a bug discovery, provide a corresponding reward, and resolve the matter without pursuing legal action.
However, the statement carries a clear warning. Should the deadline pass without repayment, Keeta Network reserves all rights to pursue every available legal and financial recourse against the responsible party.
This incident underscores the ongoing security and response challenges within the blockchain space. Keeta's approach of combining forensic evidence collection with a timed negotiation window presents a notable case study in handling such breaches.