XRP Ledger Vulnerability Risks Network Security

A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in a widely-used JavaScript library for interacting with the XRP Ledger. This issue, impacting versions 4.2.1 to 4.2.4 of the `xrpl.js` library, presents a significant risk to the network’s security. ❌ The vulnerability, identified by blockchain security firm Aikido Security, allows attackers to steal private keys and potentially drain user wallets. Fortunately, the issue has been swiftly addressed by the XRP Ledger Foundation, who released updates to address the vulnerabilities.