According to TechFlow, the Solana network has successfully dealt with a critical security vulnerability recently. According to Solana validator Laine, the process began on August 7, 2024, when the Solana Foundation contacted known network operators through private channels to quietly fix the vulnerability to prevent it from being exploited. The patch was provided through the GitHub repository of an Anza engineer, allowing operators to independently verify and apply the changes.
By 22:00 on August 8, detailed repair instructions had been distributed to stakeholders, resulting in 66.6% of network interests being protected. After 70% of the network implemented the patch, the vulnerability was publicly disclosed. Subsequently, Solana Labs issued an announcement on Discord, urging all remaining operators to update their systems. The announcement stated: "Core contributors have identified a network security issue that requires an urgent response. Version v1.18.21 containing the patch will be available within 30 minutes. Please be prepared to upgrade."
