Jameson Lopp, co-founder of Casa, conducted a disruptive "griefing attack" on Bitcoin's (CRYPTO:BTC) testnet, flooding it with transactions to expose vulnerabilities.
Despite claiming good intentions, Lopp's actions drew criticism from developers for hindering the testing of new applications.
The attack, executed with minimal resources, including just $1 worth of electricity, aimed to highlight a known vulnerability called the "timewarp" issue.
However, the practical implications of the attack dismayed many in the Bitcoin development community, as it disrupted normal operations and rendered the network difficult to use for its intended purpose.
Despite the backlash, Lopp remains steadfast, hinting at further disclosures about his methods and reasons through an upcoming essay.