XRP Ledger closes bug that let approved token burners create new tokens
Summary
Developers have successfully deployed a software update for the XRP Ledger to eliminate a vulnerability. This flaw previously allowed authorized token destroyers to mint unauthorized assets. The underlying cryptocurrency network remained secure and operational while validators implemented the necessary security patch.
The fix went live Wednesday after validator support reset the activation clock in October. XRP itself was unaffected.
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