Ecosystems
Security audit for the Cardano ecosystem
CertiK leverages its advanced suite of security tools to proactively identify risks and fortify smart contracts, Cardano Native Tokens, and dApp infrastructure against malicious threats. With deep research on Cardano's EUTxO model and novel token design, we help projects build with confidence.
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Cardano is a proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain known for its academic rigor, peer-reviewed research, and unique Extended UTxO (EUTxO) model. It provides deterministic transaction execution, scalability through Hydra, and high assurance smart contract development via Plutus (Haskell-based) and Aiken.
Research
Our research on Cardano
CertiK's in-depth research highlights Cardano's novel CIP-113 design, which enables interoperable programmable tokens on EUTxO. This breakthrough brings new functionality to Cardano dApps, closing the gap with account-based blockchains while preserving deterministic safety guarantees.
Recognition
Recognized by Cardano Auditor Registry (CIP-52)
CertiK is officially listed in the Cardano Auditor Registry (CIP-52) (opens in a new tab), the governance framework that standardizes and recognizes trusted security auditors within the ecosystem.
This recognition demonstrates CertiK's expertise and credibility as one of the selected firms trusted to safeguard Cardano's critical infrastructure and decentralized applications.
Why CertiK
Why choose CertiK?
CertiK is a trusted security provider for projects in the Cardano blockchain ecosystem. Our team brings unmatched expertise in Cardano's unique architecture, including:
EUTxO model analysis
Detect vulnerabilities in transaction composition, script validation, and concurrency.Cardano Native Token policy audits
Secure minting and burning rules (CIP-113 and other standards), prevent double-mint exploits, and ensure compliance with ecosystem requirements.Plutus/Aiken smart contract audits
Ensure correctness, consistency, and protection against logic flaws in Cardano's primary contract framework.CIP monitoring and ecosystem engagement
Actively follow Cardano Improvement Proposals (CIPs), participate in forums and ecosystem discussions, and incorporate the latest community-driven standards into our audits.
CertiK has partnered with leading Cardano projects to audit their smart contracts, strengthening the security and reliability of their protocols. As the Cardano ecosystem continues to expand with enterprise adoption, decentralized identity solutions, and DeFi innovation, CertiK remains at the forefront in securing its foundation.
Method
How do Cardano project audits work?
The audit process kicks off with a detailed analysis of a project's entire codebase.
On occasion and when deemed necessary, CertiK reserves the right to conduct a Team Verification (KYC) check on a project it suspects to be high risk.
Source code submission
Scoping & quote
Security analysis
Remediation guidance
Final report delivery
Offerings
What else we offer
KYC verification
Through a rigorous process that uses both AI and human verification, we verify the identities of your team to reassure users that their investment is in safe hands.Skynet
Skynet generates real-time insights of on-chain activity, allowing project teams to be alerted of any suspicious events and saving precious time in anticipating and responding to attack.SkyInsights
SkyInsights is a powerful crypto compliance and wallet screening platform. The comprehensive risk management system analyzes and flags wallet address and transaction risks.Penetration Testing
Safe and in-depth attack simulation to expose the most complex vulnerabilities on your crypto exchanges, wallets and Dapps.