Objective: Protect users from apps that perform sandwich attacks, where transactions are exploited by placing orders before and after a target transaction to profit at the user’s expense.<h4 class="heading-node">What to Do</h4>Participants can submit one or more of the following:<ul class="list-node"><li>A user-friendly alert tool (built with no-code tools or simple scripts) that detects potential sandwich attacks and warns users, based on patterns like rapid buy-sell transactions.</li><li>An educational video or infographic explaining sandwich attacks and how users can protect themselves using Solana.</li><li>A smart contract template or guide showing developers how to build DeFi apps resistant to sandwich attacks.</li></ul><h4 class="heading-node">Deliverables</h4><ul class="list-node"><li>A working tool with instructions for use.</li><li>An accessible educational resource.</li><li>A smart contract template with explanations.</li></ul><h4 class="heading-node">Evaluation Criteria</h4><ul class="list-node"><li>Effectiveness: How well does the solution help users detect or avoid sandwich attacks?</li><li>Accessibility: Is it easy for non-technical users to adopt?</li><li>Innovation: Does it offer a creative or practical approach to the problem?</li></ul><h4 class="heading-node">Context</h4>Sandwich attacks are a common issue in DeFi, costing users money. This bounty empowers participants to create tools and resources that safeguard the Solana community.

Sandwich Attack Shield Challenge

Sandwich Attack Shield Challenge