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Sandbox Halts Token Bridging After Exploit on Base and BNB Chains

Coindesk · 22 Aug 2026

Key Takeaway If your business relies on integrations between different platforms or services, ensure you have a plan to quickly disable or isolate those connections if a security issue is detected.

The Sandbox, a Web3 gaming network, has disabled token bridging on the Base and BNB chains following a security exploit. The move is intended to isolate affected tokens and prevent further impact while the issue is investigated.

The company has warned users not to trade SAND tokens on the Base and BNB networks until the situation is resolved. According to The Sandbox, the exploit affected less than 0.01% of the total SAND token supply, suggesting the financial impact was limited.

While this incident involves a cryptocurrency and gaming platform rather than a typical small business tool, it highlights a recurring theme in cybersecurity: attackers frequently target the connections between systems—in this case, blockchain bridges—rather than the platforms themselves. Businesses using any third-party integrations, payment gateways, or cross-platform tools should take note that these connection points are common attack targets.

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