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Verus Ethereum Bridge (2026) — Crypto Hack

Partially Recovered

May 18, 2026·

Ethereum

Amount Stolen

$11.6M

Bridge assets

Recovered

$8.7M

75% of stolen funds

The Verus Ethereum Bridge was exploited via a forged Merkle proof for ~$11.58M, with 75% of funds returned via bounty within four days.

Summary

The Verus Ethereum Bridge was exploited via a forged Merkle proof for ~$11.58M, with 75% of funds returned via bounty within four days.

How It Was Compromised — Bridge Exploit via Forged Merkle proof exploit

Bridge ExploitForged Merkle proof exploit

On May 18, 2026, the Verus Ethereum Bridge was exploited through a forged Merkle proof, resulting in approximately $11.58M in losses. Within four days, 75% of the funds were returned via a bounty arrangement, representing a strong partial recovery.

Fund Flow & Laundering Analysis

No laundering activity observed. 75% of funds returned via bounty within four days.

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