How to identify and protect against routing attacks on the Lightning Network

To protect against routing attacks on the Lightning Network, utilize watchtowers, verify channel state changes, and prioritize well-established payment channels.
Payment channels on the Lightning Network enable users to conduct transactions without having to log each one on the Bitcoin blockchain, which lessens congestion and costs.

However, like any network, the Lightning Network is not immune to security threats, and routing attacks are one of the potential risks. The effectiveness of the network may be affected by these attacks, and users may face financial risks.

This article will explain routing attacks, how they work, their types, and how to identify and avoid them.