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Move Language Security on Aptos

Security analysis of the Move programming language and Aptos-specific considerations.

ExVul Research Team

ExVul Research Team

Security Researchers

April 202410 min
#Aptos#Move#Security
Move Language Security on Aptos

Introduction

Move is a smart contract language designed with safety in mind. Its resource-oriented programming model eliminates many common vulnerabilities found in other languages.

Move Safety Features

  • Linear type system prevents asset duplication
  • No dynamic dispatch eliminates reentrancy
  • Formal verification built into the language
  • Strong module encapsulation
safe_transfer.move
module example::token {
// Resources cannot be copied or discarded
struct Coin has store {
value: u64
}
// Transfer is guaranteed to be atomic
public fun transfer(
coin: Coin,
recipient: &signer
): Coin {
// Coin must be explicitly handled
// Cannot be duplicated or lost
coin
}
}

While Move eliminates many vulnerability classes by design, logic errors and access control issues still require careful auditing.

Resource Safety

Assets cannot be duplicated

No Reentrancy

Language design prevents it

Logic Bugs

Still possible and need review

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