Rigged Coding Assignment, Abused AI Tool Opened Path to $6 Billion Binance Heist

A recent incident report from Binance has shed light on the origin of a significant theft, tracing it back to a prolonged campaign. This campaign compromised the computers of three engineers, ultimately leading to a substantial loss. The total value of the theft is estimated to be around $6 billion. The incident involved a rigged coding assignment and the misuse of an AI tool, which played a role in facilitating the heist. The report outlines the initial steps that led to the major security breach at Binance. The compromised engineers' computers were the starting point for the attackers.