Security assessment finds Bitget's $6.32B cross-chain bridge faces moderate-to-high systemic risks

A security assessment conducted on October 8, 2026 evaluated Bitget's cross-chain bridge, which handles approximately $6.32 billion in user assets. The bridge facilitates transfers between Ethereum, major layer-2 networks, and several non-EVM blockchains. Researchers assigned the system a composite risk score of 7.5 out of 10, citing concerns about validator collusion, insufficient economic deterrents, and centralization in governance. The report warns that a well-funded attacker could potentially extract significant value unless multiple security mitigations are implemented promptly.