Definition ∞ An economic attack vector describes a method by which an adversary can exploit a cryptocurrency network’s economic incentives or mechanisms for personal gain. This typically involves manipulating market dynamics or protocol rules to extract value. Such attacks aim to subvert the system’s intended economic balance. This targets the financial stability of a protocol.
Context ∞ Common economic attack vectors include 51% attacks on proof-of-work chains or various forms of Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) strategies on proof-of-stake networks. The ongoing development of blockchain protocols often involves designing incentive structures that minimize the profitability and feasibility of these economic attacks, enhancing network security.
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