Grant Thornton, a leading global auditor, recently conducted a comprehensive review of Liminal’s infrastructure in response to the WazirX hack on July 18. The audit reaffirmed that Liminal’s systems were not compromised during the hack. The investigation found no evidence of compromise in Liminal’s frontend, backend, or user interface (UI). The platform, known for offering self-custody wallet services where private keys remain with clients, was cleared of any vulnerabilities related to the breach.
Liminal had launched its own internal investigation immediately after the hack, examining the discrepancies in data payloads between its system and WazirX. The investigation suggested that the breach likely occurred within WazirX’s infrastructure, not Liminal’s. The company’s self-custody wallet infrastructure, designed to keep private keys and transaction initiations with the client, was found to be secure against the type of attack that hit WazirX.
Liminal emphasized its commitment to security and transparency, promising to provide updates to clients and users as more information becomes available. The company stated that its focus on security and transparency is unwavering and that they are further strengthening their security measures in light of the incident.
While Liminal’s systems were cleared in the audit, the company is taking precautionary steps to reinforce its security measures. All transactions in its self-custody wallets are initiated by clients, reducing the risk of internal breaches. This approach aims to ensure that the platform remains secure and protected against potential cyber threats.