WhiteBIT CCSS Sets New Standard for Crypto Exchanges

CCSS is the new security standard for Web3, and WhiteBIT has proven it is ready to meet the highest challenges.

Setting New Standards with CCSS Level 3

In 2024, WhiteBIT became the first centralized exchange to achieve a perfect 100/100 cybersecurity score on CER.live. This milestone was possible through:

• CCSS Level 3 Certification: the most rigorous security framework for crypto platforms. 
• A 2.5-month comprehensive CCSS Audit by Hacken, including penetration tests, wallet inspections, staff interviews, and detailed documentation review.

This achievement highlights WhiteBIT’s dedication to multi-signature wallets, robust access controls, disaster recovery, and adherence to best security practices.

What is CCSS?

CCSS (CryptoCurrency Security Standard) is a logical and necessary advancement for security in the Web3 world. While traditional Web2 processes already have established standards such as ISO27001, SOC2, and PCI DSS, which have raised security levels for companies and their partners, adapting these to Web3 requirements proved to be a challenging task. CCSS filled this gap, becoming a new step forward in Web3 security.

This standard helps to:

• Increase customer trust in the custodial service.
• Provide partners and stakeholders with an objective method to assess the security and reliability of your Web3 business.

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The WhiteBIT Challenge and Achievement

Certification under CCSS is a complex and demanding process that few companies have successfully completed to date. However, WhiteBIT accepted this challenge—and excelled.

Every information security framework, including CCSS, contains comprehensive requirements that must be implemented to achieve certification. Passing the audit demands a high level of competence from both the auditor and the company’s team.

WhiteBIT demonstrated:

• A high level of preparation and expertise in security.
• The ability to promptly address all auditor inquiries.
• Readiness for challenges, even in the most complex aspects of the audit.

Thanks to these qualities, the audit report was completed without gaps or inaccuracies, underscoring the quality of the company’s internal processes.

The Certification’s Significance for the Market

WhiteBIT, as one of the largest exchanges, not only confirmed its compliance with CCSS requirements but also contributed significantly to the popularization of the standard. This is an essential step toward establishing CCSS as a must-have framework for companies operating in Web3. 

We are proud to have been part of this project and to have helped WhiteBIT achieve a new level of security and trust. For the Hacken team, this project provided invaluable experience that helped us to:

• improve our audit methodology and processes.
• Demonstrate that complex and diverse services can be evaluated in compliance with CCSS requirements.

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WhiteBIT and Hacken: A Benchmark of Trust and Excellence

WhiteBIT, Europe’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, has been setting new security standards since 2022 with Hacken as its trusted cybersecurity partner. This collaboration reflects WhiteBIT’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its users and maintaining industry leadership.

Since the partnership began in 2022, Hacken’s expertise has been pivotal in:

• Delivering advanced audits and penetration tests tailored for crypto platforms.
• Ensuring compliance with the most rigorous security frameworks.
• Driving continuous improvements to counter evolving cyber threats.

With Hacken’s support, WhiteBIT secures over $5 billion in daily trading volume and 340+ cryptocurrencies, solidifying its position as one of the safest platforms in the industry.

To learn more about our partnership, check out WhiteBIT Smart Contract Audit.