Aventa Project IntelliQuant Reward Claim Flash Loan Attack
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Aventa is a Web3 and AI-driven crypto project focused on delivering intuitive, multi-blockchain utilities through its EVM-compatible Layer 1 chain, Aventa Chain. With tools like AI art and video bots, contract scanners, and gamified community features, Aventa aims to enhance user engagement and developer capabilities within the decentralized ecosystem, powered by the $AVENT token. However, a recent vulnerability in the AventaRewardClaim contract was exploited, allowing attackers to repeatedly claim $AVENT tokens by cycling $INQU tokens through multiple contracts—resulting in a reported loss of $7k–$8k. The exploit was identified by Tikkala Security and SlowMist, though Aventa has yet to publicly acknowledge the incident.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8]
About Aventa Project
Aventa specializes in creating intuitive Web3 utilities for the crypto community. Aventa is a pioneering Web3 and AI-powered crypto project that aims to transform blockchain interactions through its EVM-compatible, Layer 1 blockchain called Aventa Chain. This ecosystem combines multi-blockchain utility, AI-driven decentralized applications (dApps), gamification, and robust security features to enhance user experience across the decentralized space. At the core of Aventa is the $AVENT token, which enables participation in governance, access to exclusive NFTs, discounts on services, staking rewards, and a range of other platform utilities.
Aventa offers a suite of advanced tools and bots, including an AI Art Bot, Video Bot, Voice Assistant, Contract Scanner, and community features like Roast & Toast and Telegram due diligence tools. These are designed to support both developers and users in creating content, analyzing smart contracts, and fostering social engagement. The project is also focused on launching additional utilities such as a decentralized exchange (DEX), a bridge for cross-chain token transfers, and tools for AI contract auditing and video creation.
With a supply cap of 1 billion tokens, open-source contracts, and locked liquidity, Aventa emphasizes transparency and community involvement. The project is currently in development on several fronts, including its explorer, bridge, faucet, and AI integrations—all designed to bring real-world functionality and scalability to the Web3 landscape. Through its mission and growing utility stack, Aventa seeks to become a major force in the decentralized, AI-enhanced blockchain future.
The Reality
The AventaRewardClaim contract had an unfortunate vulnerability.
What Happened
Attackers exploited a flaw in the AventaRewardClaim contract that allowed them to repeatedly claim $AVENT tokens by transferring $INQU tokens between multiple contracts, resulting in a loss of approximately $8,000.
| Date | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| April 27th, 2025 1:45:59 AM MDT | Ethereum Exploit Transaction | The exploit transaction takes place on ethereum. |
| April 27th, 2025 2:14:00 AM MDT | SlowMist Posts Tweet | SlowMist posts a Security Alert reporting potential suspicious activity involving @AventaProject. The cybersecurity firm urges the community to remain vigilant and monitor for any unusual behavior. |
| April 28th, 2025 9:57:00 AM MDT | Tikkala Security Analysis | Tikkala Security publishes their analysis of the vulnerability in the AventaRewardClaim contract by @IntelliQuant, which was exploited to steal approximately $8,000. The issue lies in the claim() function, which distributes $AVENT tokens to users holding $INQU tokens. Attackers bypassed safeguards by creating multiple contracts, transferring $INQU between them, and repeatedly invoking the claim function to drain funds. |
Technical Details
The exploit targeted the claim() function, which is designed to transfer $AVENT tokens to users who hold $INQU tokens. However, the contract failed to properly track or limit claims per user or per token transfer. Attackers took advantage of this by deploying multiple contracts, transferring the same $INQU tokens between them, and repeatedly calling claim() from each contract. This allowed them to illegitimately claim $AVENT multiple times using the same $INQU, effectively draining the rewards.
Total Amount Lost
According to SlowMist, $7k. According to Tikkala, $8k.
The total amount lost has been estimated at $8,000 USD.
Immediate Reactions
The incident appears to have been discovered by Tikkala Security and SlowMist.
It does not appear that any notification has been posted on Aventa's Twitter/X account.
Ultimate Outcome
Aventa does not appear to have acknowledged any exploit publicly.
Total Amount Recovered
Aventa does not appear to have acknowledged any exploit publicly.
There do not appear to have been any funds recovered in this case.
Ongoing Developments
Aventa does not appear to have acknowledged any exploit publicly.
Individual Prevention Policies
No specific policies for individual prevention have yet been identified in this case.
For the full list of how to protect your funds as an individual, check our Prevention Policies for Individuals guide.
Platform Prevention Policies
Policies for platforms to take to prevent this situation have not yet been selected in this case.
For the full list of how to protect your funds as a financial service, check our Prevention Policies for Platforms guide.
Regulatory Prevention Policies
No specific regulatory policies have yet been identified in this case.
For the full list of regulatory policies that can prevent loss, check our Prevention Policies for Regulators guide.
References
- ↑ SlowMist - "SlowMist Security Alert: We detected potential suspicious activity related to @AventaProject. As always, stay vigilant!" - Twitter/X (Accessed May 28, 2025)
- ↑ Aventa Project Homepage (Accessed May 28, 2025)
- ↑ Aventa Project Twitter/X (Accessed May 28, 2025)
- ↑ Aventa Project Medium (Accessed May 28, 2025)
- ↑ Aventa - IQ Wiki (Accessed May 28, 2025)
- ↑ Exploit Transaction - EtherScan (Accessed May 28, 2025)
- ↑ Tikkala Research - "The AventaRewardClaim Contract @IntelliQuant was attacked, losing ~$8k. The claim() function transfers $AVENT tokens to users when they have $INQU tokens. Attackers can create multiple contracts, transfer $INQU tokens between them, and claim $AVENT each time for each contract." - Twitter/X (Accessed May 28, 2025)