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Jul 3, 2023 · Blockchain

Flashbots MEV Bot Attack on Ethereum: Vulnerability Analysis, Exploit Timeline, and Mitigation

This article provides a detailed forensic analysis of a Flashbots MEV bot attack on Ethereum, describing the underlying PBS protocol flaw, the malicious validator’s multi‑stage preparation, the sandwich‑style exploit, the financial impact, and recommended code‑level fixes to prevent private transaction leakage.