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On-Chain Privileges

Definition ∞ On-Chain Privileges refer to special permissions or capabilities directly encoded and managed within a blockchain protocol’s smart contracts. These privileges dictate what actions specific addresses or roles can perform, such as upgrading contracts, altering parameters, or accessing restricted funds. The control and distribution of these permissions are critical for protocol governance and security.
Context ∞ The allocation and security of on-chain privileges are frequent subjects in cryptocurrency news, especially following governance proposals or security incidents. Debates often focus on decentralizing these powers, implementing multi-signature requirements, or transitioning to fully autonomous governance models to reduce central points of control.

A complex spherical structure, resembling modular blockchain architecture, is partially open, revealing intricate internal components. Its fragmented white outer shell suggests a distributed ledger or network layers. Within, vibrant blue granular transaction data or a liquidity pool intersperses with clear, cubic cryptographic hashes or validated blocks. A central white sphere, symbolizing a secure enclave or hardware wallet, features a metallic access control mechanism, potentially a multi-signature key or cold storage interface, emphasizing robust cryptographic security.

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CrediX Lending Protocol Drained via Compromised Multi-Signature Admin Key

The failure to secure the protocol's multi-signature access control enabled an attacker to mint unbacked assets, resulting in a $4.5M liquidity drain.