According to Cointelegraph, BTCPay Server has temporarily restricted public remote connections to Lightning Network nodes running LND software, after attackers exploited a vulnerability to obtain credentials and transfer funds. BTCPay stated that this restriction prevents external wallets, such as Zeus, from connecting through the BTCPay Server domain. BTCPay confirmed that Lightning payments can still proceed and plans to restore remote access options once it deems the system secure.
BTCPay Temporarily Blocks Remote Access to LND Nodes to Prevent Fund Theft
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BTCPay Server has temporarily blocked public remote access to LND nodes following a network upgrade to prevent fund theft. Attackers exploited vulnerabilities to steal credentials and transfer funds. This restriction prevents external wallets, such as Zeus, from connecting via the server domain. Lightning payments continue to function normally, and access will be restored once security is ensured. This action follows ongoing cryptocurrency news regarding node security and infrastructure risks.
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