Crypto exploit triage group SEAL sees uptick in tickets in 2025

The Security Alliance (SEAL), a volunteer crypto security group, managed over 1,800 support tickets in 2025, more than double the incidents since its launch two years prior, including managing 125 war rooms. Co-founder pcaversaccio noted this uptick reflects both SEAL's growing presence and a rebound in on-chain exploits, such as the $1.4 billion Bybit hack. The most common attacks SEAL addressed were private key/seed leaks, aligning with broader trends showing personal wallet compromises are increasing. Other frequent issues included malware, phishing, and a concerning rise in physical attacks, or "wrench attacks." In response to growing URL scams, SEAL launched a Verifiable Phishing Reporter service. Pcaversaccio strongly advised users to become "hardware wallet maxis" to mitigate risks associated with executing random code or granting execution rights to LLMs. SEAL is a non-profit funded by donations, with about $2 million in annual operating expenses supported by 28 volunteers and five full-time staff.

(Source：The Block)