MetaMask almost got hacked. Consensys confirmed they accidentally hired a North Korean software developer using the alias “Tyler Knapp” as a contractor through a third-party provider. Before any real damage could happen, internal security protocols caught the threat. Here’s how Consensys handled it: 1. Immediate Quarantine — Revoked all system and code access within a month of onboarding 2. Product Freeze — General Counsel Matt Corva temporarily paused all product releases during the investigation 3. Deep Audit — Full code review confirmed no backdoors were deployed and no funds or data were compromised 4. Vetting Overhaul — Notified law enforcement and reviewed their third-party contractor processes. A close call, but a strong example of how fast internal response can neutralize a sophisticated Web3 insider threat.(Lark Davis)