Crypto researcher SMQKE (@SMQKEDQG) recently shared a video clip on X from a webinar in which Ripple was discussed as a possible tool to enhance the security framework surrounding the SWIFT interbank messaging system. The conversation focused on vulnerabilities not within SWIFT itself, but within the infrastructure of institutions that use it. Can Ripple help secure the SWIFT network? Ripple mentioned in a webinar as a potential solution to mitigate security risks on the SWIFT network, during a discussion about a hacker exploit that costed SWIFT $81 million dollars. Listen. pic.twitter.com/izrNIptnTE — SMQKE (@SMQKEDQG) May 9, 2025 The 2016 Bangladesh Bank Hack The speaker in the video emphasized that while SWIFT is “terribly secure,” the system can still be compromised if participating banks maintain weak internal defenses. This was illustrated through the well-known 2016 cyberattack on Bangladesh Bank, in which hackers compromised the bank’s SWIFT credentials by exploiting a firewall vulnerability. The attacker stole $81 million from the bank’s account at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. According to the speaker, the weakness was caused by a misconfigured $20 RadioShack router. Ripple’s Possible Role in Risk Mitigation Most stolen funds were laundered through casinos in Macau and other parts of the globe and were never recovered. This issue shows that SWIFT can be breached. External breaches can compromise even the most secure protocols if the endpoints are not protected. In this context, Ripple was mentioned as a potential solution . The blockchain-based protocol could offer an additional layer of security, especially in credential management and transaction validation. Ripple’s distributed ledger technology on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) allows for real-time verification across a network, which could help prevent unauthorized access and reduce reliance on static credentials. Tranglo is already offering cross-border payments to Bangladesh with better security. However, the speaker said it remains “an open question whether Ripple can mitigate this.” We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Blockchain Integration in Financial Infrastructure The relevance of blockchain solutions like Ripple in enhancing financial infrastructure security continues to be evaluated. While XRP is primarily known for its capabilities in cross-border payments, its architecture could be repurposed or integrated into existing systems to help address weaknesses at the institutional level. The 2016 Bangladesh Bank incident serves as a reminder that security is only as strong as the most vulnerable part of a system, which gives another reason why XRP is a viable alternative to SWIFT . Adopting technologies that reduce the reliance on manually maintained credentials and enhance transaction monitoring may offer a path forward. Whether Ripple or similar protocols can play that role at scale remains a discussion among financial institutions and cybersecurity experts, and many believe XRP is the right choice. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Ripple Mentioned In a Webinar As Potential Solution to SWIFT Network Risks appeared first on Times Tabloid .
