Ethereum delays its Glamsterdam Hoodi testnet launch after ChainSecurity identified 13 smart contracts vulnerable to proposed gas changes, sparking short-term bearish sentiment.
Ethereum has postponed the launch of its Glamsterdam Hoodi testnet following a security audit by ChainSecurity. The firm discovered 13 instances where smart contracts could be negatively impacted by the proposed gas changes, necessitating a delay to ensure network stability and coordinate fixes with the affected projects.
The launch was delayed because ChainSecurity identified 13 real-world smart contracts that could be adversely affected by the testnet's proposed gas changes.
The upgrade is currently in a coordination phase where ChainSecurity is working with affected projects to address the identified vulnerabilities before proceeding.
Ethereum developers have postponed the Glamsterdam Hoodi testnet launch after ChainSecurity identified critical vulnerabilities. The audit revealed 13 smart contracts at risk due to proposed gas changes, prompting a pause to ensure network stability.
The launch was delayed after an audit by ChainSecurity identified 13 smart contracts that could be negatively impacted by proposed gas changes.