Patched Core Lightning nodes can still crash until a stored message is removed
A flaw in Core Lightning, software used to run Lightning Network nodes, was fixed in April. Nodes that have already saved a malicious announcement can keep crashing after upgrading, so operators need to remove it separately. The issue is mainly a node-operations risk, with little direct link to asset prices.
Why it matters
- The flaw in Core Lightning software was patched in April.
- Upgrading alone may not stop crashes on nodes that saved a malicious announcement.
- That stored announcement must be removed separately from the upgrade.
What to watch next
Watch whether Core Lightning node operators confirm they have removed the stored malicious announcement after upgrading.
