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KyberSwap Exploited For $46 Million, TVL Drops Over 68%

Hacker sent a message to the KyberSwap team saying that “negotiations will start in a few hours when I am fully rested.”

Written By:
Gopal Solanky

Last updated: September 17, 2025 1:36 PM
Published 2023-11-23
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Last updated: September 17, 2025 1:36 PM
Published 2023-11-23
KyberSwap Exploited For $46 Million, TVL Drops Over 68%

Decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator, KyberSwap has become the victim of the latest DeFi exploit draining nearly $46 million from the protocol.

KyberSwap shared a post confirming that it has experienced a security breach on KyberSwap Elastic, its auto yield-compounding liquidity markets. It urged users to withdraw their funds while its team investigate the exploit. 

🚨Urgent🚨

Dear KyberSwap Elastic Users,
We regret to inform you that KyberSwap Elastic has experienced a security incident.

As a precautionary measure, we strongly advise all users to promptly withdraw their funds. Our team is diligently investigating the situation, and we…

— Kyber Network (@KyberNetwork) November 22, 2023

The DEX aggregator also confirmed that the aggregator was not affected in the hack and it is operating normally. 

The hacker has stolen funds from multiple chains including $7.5 million on Ethereum, $20 million on Arbitrum, $15.3 million on Optimism, $2 million on polygon, and another $315k on Base, according to a post shared by onchain researcher Spreek.  

After the successful exploit, the hacker also left a message for KyberSwap stating, “negotiations will start in a few hours when I am fully rested.” The stolen funds are currently held in a single address active on different networks. 

KyberSwap has seen a huge drop of nearly 70% in its TVL which fell from $85 million pre-hack to $14 million now. 

Also Read: KyberSwap Hacker Transfers $2.5M to Ethereum Blockchain

Disclaimer: The information researched and reported by The Crypto Times is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional financial advice. Investing in crypto assets involves significant risk due to market volatility. Always Do Your Own Research (DYOR) and consult with a qualified Financial Advisor before making any investment decisions.

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Gopal Solanky is a Senior Reporter, Markets & Protocols at The Crypto Times, based in Ahmedabad. He covers institutional crypto adoption, Bitcoin treasury strategies, DeFi markets, protocol ecosystems, Ethereum network activity, Hyperliquid, on-chain trends, and broader digital asset market movements. Gopal has been active in the crypto ecosystem for more than six years. Before joining The Crypto Times full-time in 2023, he worked as a freelance crypto content writer, developing a strong understanding of blockchain infrastructure, DeFi protocols, market cycles, token mechanics, and peer-to-peer systems. His reporting focuses on explaining how protocols work, why market movements happen, and how institutional and on-chain activity affects crypto investors and builders. At The Crypto Times, Gopal regularly writes market analysis, protocol explainers, breaking news, and technical breakdowns across Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, altcoins, treasury companies, and Web3 infrastructure. He also conducts on-the-record interviews with regional Web3 founders, protocol teams, and ecosystem leaders. His work has been cited by external publications, including Vulture.com, in coverage of major crypto stories such as the Hawk Tuah memecoin controversy. His reporting has also contributed to The Crypto Times’ coverage of major industry events, including FTX-related developments, institutional crypto adoption, and emerging protocol narratives. Gopal holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Applications, giving him a technical foundation for analyzing blockchain systems, crypto infrastructure, and market data.

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