2026-01-02 23:30:24

#数字资产动态追踪 In 2025, the number of wrench attack incidents reached a record high, with a total of 60 reports throughout the year—physical violence events targeting cryptocurrency holders. This number is quite alarming.

According to TRM Labs' statistics, this broke previous records. In 2024, there were about 41 cases, and in 2021, 36 cases. The issue of wrench attacks is clearly escalating. Ari Redbord, Head of Policy and Government Affairs, admitted that the actual number of victims is likely far higher than this figure.

Why is that? It’s simple—many cases are not even counted. Some are registered as ordinary robberies or burglaries, with the crypto assets completely overlooked. Others victims choose to remain silent, either because they don’t trust law enforcement’s ability to handle the case or because they lack confidence in the reporting process, opting not to report at all. This leads to a serious underestimation of the true data.

Why is it called a wrench attack? The meaning is profound—no matter how advanced the encryption technology or how secure the data protection, they can all be compromised by physical threats. A $5 wrench, combined with pressure applied to you, can crack any number of keys. This is not a cybersecurity issue; it’s a personal safety issue.

The risk to victims is genuinely increasing. At least, public awareness of this threat is rising. Holders of $ETH and other crypto assets need to consider physical security—because once your private key is exposed, no matter how sophisticated your firewall is, it won’t save you.

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SatsStacking

· 01-05 16:51

Starting from 60? That number is still just the tip of the iceberg; the real situation should be doubled and counted upward. --- So, while stacking coins, you also need to stack bodyguards? These days, holding coins is no longer just a technical issue. --- A $5 wrench is more effective than any hacking tool, hilarious. --- No wonder some say the best wallet is a cold wallet plus cold blood. --- If reporting to the police is useless, then victims remaining silent is just normal; the data must be fake. --- That's why I never reveal my wealth on the blockchain; privacy is truly more valuable than anything. --- The moment your private key is exposed, all your cryptographic protections become just decorations. --- Heating up? It feels like it's already exploded; no one paid attention before.

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SmartContractDiver

· 01-05 16:04

Starting at 60? Damn, that's really not a small number. If this keeps up, I might need a bodyguard... --- The name "Wrench Attack" is perfect. A $5 tool can take down all your crypto defenses—so ironic. --- So, you really shouldn't keep your private keys in your head. You need to figure out how to stay alive. --- No wonder some people are starting to use hardware wallets for offline storage. They're probably really scared. --- Data is definitely severely underestimated. How do we deal with those silent victims? Relying solely on police reports is useless. --- I can handle wallet security, but who teaches me about personal safety? That's the most heartbreaking part.

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FOMOSapien

· 01-05 15:20

Really? Starting from 60? That number is outrageous... It's about time to pay attention to physical security. --- The escalation of wrench attacks, tsk. Private keys are actually much more fragile than you think. --- Wait, could the actual numbers be even more terrifying? Then the reported 60 cases might just be the tip of the iceberg. --- A wrench costing five dollars to break through multiple layers of protection—so ironic, haha. --- The part where victims didn't report to the police is even more frightening... The data can't reveal this at all. --- Alright, we need to seriously consider safes or multi-signature solutions. The network defenses are not enough. --- In 2021, there were only 36 cases. Now it's doubled. This growth rate is no joke. --- The problem is that the police can't distinguish between crypto assets and cash, so the cases get lost. --- Major holders should be worried. This is not just worrywart talk. --- In the end, it still depends on oneself. Physically isolating private keys might really be necessary.

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Layer3Dreamer

· 01-03 15:09

theoretically speaking, if we map this onto the blockchain trilemma framework... the attack surface isn't decentralization vs security vs scalability anymore, it's decentralization vs physical reality, which is honestly way darker. a $5 wrench breaks every zero-knowledge proof we've ever written lmao

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BlockchainRetirementHome

· 01-02 23:58

Whoa, starting at 60? This is true risk management, more deadly than smart contract vulnerabilities... --- Brother Wrench is really here, now cold wallets are useless... --- 60 cases are just the tip of the iceberg, many people have been hit but remain silent, afraid of offending others... --- It seems holding coins requires not only defending against hackers but also against the neighbor Lao Wang, this society... --- Honestly, no matter how secure the keys are, they can't withstand a physical attack of five dollars; humans are just like that... --- I told you, HODL until the end and you'll get a visit; all dreams shattered... --- This data is definitely understated; the real number should double or triple, how many dare to report it... --- The thing I fear most now isn't a rug pull, but a stranger showing up at my doorstep... --- Attention everyone in the nursing home, this is not a joke, it’s really happening...

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WalletDoomsDay

· 01-02 23:55

Oh my... 60 and above? That number is really scary, and there are definitely more that haven't been reported. No wonder I don't dare let anyone know my holdings now; physical security is more important than cold wallets these days. Hmm... this is the real risk. Compared to exchange hacks, brute-force attacks are unstoppable. Can any big brother teach me how to defend against them? It feels like protecting your body is more important than learning technical security. A $5 brute-force attack can crack the key, which makes me a bit hopeless. $ETH now has to consider where to hide, it's completely a physical security problem.

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UncommonNPC

· 01-02 23:54

Damn, these numbers are really terrifying, starting at 60 and just the tip of the iceberg... Damn, this is the real ultimate vulnerability. Cryptography can't break it, but physical threats can wipe out everything in seconds. Now I understand why some big players have moved overseas—just holding coins makes them think about avoiding violence. Calling the police is useless, and they choose to stay silent. Different national conditions, I guess... victims are even more desperate. A wrench costing five bucks can overturn all encryption protections—it's a real slap in the face.

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MindsetExpander

· 01-02 23:53

Wow, starting at 60? That number is really scary... It feels like the crypto world has been targeted more and more in recent years. Quickly stock up on some gold or diversify your holdings, don't keep all your assets in one wallet. That's the real risk, much more serious than technical issues. By the way, we should organize and pool resources to hire bodyguards, hahaha.

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NftRegretMachine

· 01-02 23:48

This data is shocking, 60 cases... the real number is probably more than double $ETH so many, but I never thought about defending against this A wrench is more valuable than a private key, lol The police don't take this seriously at all, the cases have been diluted into ordinary robberies Damn, only now realizing that on-chain security doesn't equal real-world security The larger the holdings, the greater the risk. This realization is a bit late Having only cold wallets is useless, do you also need bodyguards?

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