The Solana Foundation has introduced a new security framework to audit protocols and improve risk monitoring across its ecosystem. The move comes as security threats continue to target decentralized finance platforms and expose system weaknesses.
According to the announcement, the framework, called STRIDE, was developed with Asymmetric Research. It aims to create a standard process for identifying risks and tracking vulnerabilities. The system also supports escalation of threats when needed.
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STRIDE Security Framework Overview
STRIDE evaluates protocols across eight key areas. These include program integrity, governance controls, and oracle dependencies. It also reviews infrastructure setup and operational practices. Additional checks cover supply chain exposure, incident readiness, and forensic logging.
Every protocol receives individual review. The results are made public after assessment. Such an initiative seeks to enhance transparency for users and investors. It is also helpful in informing participants about the security environment prior to dealing with any project.
Asymmetric Research revealed that such a system enhances visibility in the ecosystem. It makes it easier for interested parties to evaluate the security situation of various protocols.
Solana Foundation Builds Network to Counter Exploits
The Foundation also introduced the Solana Incident Response Network. This is a collaboration among several security firms. It aims to deal with any threats in real time. Members will share intelligence and coordinate during incidents.
This launch comes at a time when there have been various security breaches within decentralized finance. Drift Protocol had experienced a breach of $280 million just days ago, which was attributed to social engineering by North Korea-linked entities.
DefiLlama data shows that over $168 million has been lost in Q1 2026 through hacks. This loss involved the exploitation of 34 DeFi protocols. This is far less compared to $1.58 billion in the same period in 2025.
Step Finance hacked, resulting in the loss of roughly $40 million in early January. Automated agents were used to accelerate transaction processing speeds during the hack. The case highlighted the growing use of advanced tools in cyberattacks.
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