On-chain exploit message demands 287,665.98 DAI return with September 11, 2026 deadline; whitehat option expired and case referred to law enforcement.
Security & Exploits ·
An on-chain message posted to the Ethereum mainnet has demanded the return of 287,665.98 DAI to a specified address, with a deadline set for September 11, 2026 at 00:30 UTC. The message, sent from address 0x0eda14a4cf98235624871409aa2b28dfd8319339, indicates that a whitehat resolution option has expired and the matter has been referred to law enforcement.
The sender's message states that a prior 30-minute window for negotiation has closed, eliminating what was framed as a voluntary return option. The deadline is described as final and non-renewable. The message references preservation of transaction paths, onward addresses, and connection data, suggesting documentation for potential legal proceedings.
It remains unclear what exploit or transaction triggered the demand, the identity or affiliation of the sender, or whether any response or payment has been made. The reference to law enforcement involvement and the specific future deadline suggest the matter may extend beyond on-chain recovery mechanisms.