Definition ∞ A post-mortem is a comprehensive analysis conducted after a significant event, such as a system failure, security breach, or project setback, to ascertain its underlying causes, assess its impact, and identify lessons for future prevention. This review process aims to improve resilience.
Context ∞ Blockchain projects and decentralized autonomous organizations frequently publish post-mortem reports following exploits, hacks, or major technical disruptions. These reports serve to provide transparency to the community and inform stakeholders about corrective actions taken and strategies for enhancing system security and operational stability.