A significant exploit has struck THORChain, resulting in a loss of approximately $10 million, prompting the liquidity protocol to halt operations1. The breach, which was identified by blockchain researchers, affected multiple networks and led to a double-digit plunge in the value of THORChain's RUNE token. The sudden loss has raised concerns about the security of the protocol, which is designed to facilitate cross-chain transactions. The halt in operations is intended to prevent further losses and allow for an investigation into the exploit. Technical details of the breach have not been disclosed, but the incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols. The exploit's impact on the value of RUNE token and the temporary shutdown of the protocol are a stark reminder of the potential vulnerabilities in these systems, so what matters most to practitioners is the need to re-examine the security measures in place to prevent such incidents.