What’s next for Cardano after the recent network incident?

Cardano has successfully managed a recent spam attack thanks to the quick response and collaboration within its ecosystem. Intersect, a membership organization dedicated to the Cardano ecosystem, has released an important update on the situation.

Following the spam attack late Tuesday, the network experienced higher than usual loads. Some SPOs were negatively affected due to intensifying block height battles. However, the chain as a whole performed as expected, with only a minor impact on overall transaction time and some reduction in chain density.

In response to the incident, Intersect coordinated a technical task force to identify potential solutions with partners across the Cardano ecosystem, including the Cardano Foundation, Input Output Global (IOG), and knowledgeable SPOs and developers.

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After a thorough investigation of the underlying issue, the deployed technical task force identified the root cause of the incident. In response, a hotfix was immediately deployed to address the vulnerability exposed by the attack.

The hotfix implementation requires Stake Pool Operators (SPOs) to upgrade to node version 8.12.1. This upgrade is critical to maintain the performance of the Cardano blockchain. SPOs are urged to promptly upgrade their nodes to align with the latest security improvements and ensure the smooth operation of the network.

The quick resolution of the spam attack highlights the collaborative spirit within the Cardano community. Intersect, along with other key stakeholders, played a critical role in coordinating the response and providing the necessary technical solutions.

With the immediate threat mitigated, the focus is now on future-proofing the Cardano network and improving its defenses against potential attacks. As previously announced by Intersect, a solution is being found and tested to mitigate these types of spam attacks in the future.

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