SushiSwap Launches RouteProcessor2 Vulnerability Compensation Portal

On April 26th, it was reported that SushiSwap has launched the RouteProcessor2 vulnerability compensation portal. Users who can receive compensation through this portal are those whose funds are stored in contracts starting with 0x74eb. SushiSwap will regularly update contracts to include funds that may continue to be recovered in the future. Users whose funds are not included in this contract need to fill out Google Forms to perform a separate claim process.

SushiSwap has been launched on the RouteProcessor2 vulnerability compensation portal

On April 26th, SushiSwap announced the launch of their RouteProcessor2 vulnerability compensation portal. This portal is designed to compensate users whose funds were affected by a vulnerability in the RouteProcessor2 code.

What is SushiSwap and RouteProcessor2?

Before diving into the vulnerability and compensation portal, it’s important to understand what SushiSwap and RouteProcessor2 are. SushiSwap is a decentralized exchange (DEX) that allows users to trade cryptocurrency without the need for a centralized authority. RouteProcessor2 is a core component of SushiSwap’s protocol that governs the routing of trades.

The Vulnerability

Unfortunately, the RouteProcessor2 code was found to have a vulnerability that allowed malicious actors to drain funds from certain contracts starting with 0x74eb. This vulnerability was discovered by the team at PeckShield, who alerted SushiSwap to the issue.

Compensation Portal

In response to the vulnerability, SushiSwap launched the RouteProcessor2 vulnerability compensation portal. This portal allows users whose funds were stored in affected contracts to make a claim for compensation.

Who is Eligible for Compensation?

Users who are eligible for compensation are those whose funds were stored in contracts starting with 0x74eb. SushiSwap will regularly update this list to include any additional funds that may be recovered in the future.

How to Make a Claim

Users whose funds are eligible for compensation can make a claim through the compensation portal. The process is straightforward and requires users to provide information about their affected transactions.
However, users whose funds are not included in this contract need to fill out Google Forms to perform a separate claim process.

Conclusion

SushiSwap’s quick response to the RouteProcessor2 vulnerability is commendable. The compensation portal provides affected users with an easy way to seek compensation for their losses. It also shows SushiSwap’s commitment to their users and the security of their protocol.

FAQs

1. Can users whose funds are not stored in contracts starting with 0x74eb make a claim for compensation?
No, users whose funds are not included in this contract need to fill out Google Forms to perform a separate claim process.
2. How often is the list of eligible contracts updated?
SushiSwap will regularly update the list to include any additional funds that may be recovered in the future.
3. Was any user data compromised during the vulnerability?
No, the vulnerability only affected funds stored in certain contracts.