Electrum Fixes Bitcoin Wallet Flaw That Could Turn A Fee Bump Into Theft

Electrum disclosed a wallet flaw on October 24 that could turn a Bitcoin fee adjustment into an unintended payment. Its advisory explains how an apparently routine approval became dangerous.
Key Takeaways
- Electrum disclosed a wallet flaw on October 24 that could turn a Bitcoin fee adjustment into an unintended payment.
- Its advisory explains how an apparently routine approval became dangerous.
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