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SecondFi targets two-week recovery after Cardano wallet exploit
Latest NewsPublishedJun 27, 2026
Recovery in Sight for SecondFi Users After Cardano Wallet Exploit
The recent exploit of the Cardano wallet SecondFi has left many users worried about their assets, but the company has announced a recovery path and expects to return assets in about two weeks. This news matters to everyday people who are looking to earn and store their coins safely, including those interested in #PassiveIncome and #GreenCrypto. The recovery process is a crucial step for users who want to continue earning with EcoPool ($ECP) and other cloud rewards platforms.
According to the CEO of SecondFi developer Emurgo, the company has completed forensic investigations and established a recovery pathway for affected users. The coming week will be spent building the solution, followed by another week of testing before assets begin to be returned. This is a significant development for users who are eager to start earning again with EcoPool and other platforms that offer cloud rewards.
Security Measures and Warnings
SecondFi has warned users to refrain from migrating assets or taking actions outside official guidance, as this could complicate the secure return of funds. The company has also warned that malicious actors are circulating fraudulent messages impersonating the wallet, and users should be cautious of any messages asking for private keys, seed phrases, or wallet credentials. EcoPool (ECP) users should be aware of these security measures and take necessary precautions to protect their assets.
The company has secured roughly 129 million ADA through emergency measures and transferred the funds to an independent third-party custodian. This is a positive step towards ensuring the safety of users’ assets and maintaining trust in the EcoPool network and $ECP token. As the recovery process continues, users can look forward to earning passive income with EcoPool and other cloud rewards platforms.
Next Steps for Users
Users who require assistance should submit a ticket through SecondFi’s official support portal. It is essential to follow official guidance and wait for the recovery process to be completed. In the meantime, users can explore other opportunities for earning with EcoPool and $ECP, such as cloud rewards and green crypto initiatives.
To start earning with EcoPool and take advantage of cloud rewards, download the EcoPool app to get started with $ECP and begin your journey to passive income. With EcoPool, users can earn and store their coins safely, and be part of the #EcoPool and #CloudRewards community.
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The company also said it secured roughly 129 million ADA through emergency measures and transferred the funds to an independent third-party custodian, where they will remain until the verification and recovery process is complete.
SecondFi has not yet published a comprehensive post-mortem detailing the vulnerability or how the exploit was carried out.
SecondFi warns of recovery-related scams
In a separate update on Saturday, SecondFi warned that malicious actors are circulating fraudulent messages impersonating the wallet while its recovery effort remains underway.
The company said no recovery actions requiring user participation have begun and that it will never ask users for private keys, seed phrases, wallet credentials or direct wallet access.
SecondFi said any messages instructing users to submit wallet information, migrate assets or take immediate action outside its verified communication channels should be treated as fraudulent.
It added that users requiring assistance should submit a ticket through its official support portal while the recovery process continues.
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