This Unchained podcast episode investigates the $1.5 billion Bybit hack, attributed to the North Korean Lazarus Group. The discussion features interviews with a MetaMask security expert and a Zero Shadow investigator, detailing the hack's execution via a sophisticated social engineering attack exploiting a multi-sig wallet setup. The experts explain the low-trust environment within North Korean hacking operations and the challenges in tracing and recovering stolen funds, highlighting the use of tools like Pascal's open-source bash script to mitigate such attacks. They also discuss the ongoing laundering efforts and the need for improved security practices and industry collaboration to prevent future incidents. The episode concludes with suggestions for enhancing security measures and addressing the vulnerabilities exploited in the hack.
