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DAO Framework Security Hardening

We conduct in-depth security assessments and implement defensive upgrades for existing DAO frameworks to mitigate critical governance risks like proposal spam, governance freezing, and treasury draining.
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CORE SERVICE

Smart Contract Development

Secure, production-ready smart contracts built by Web3-native engineers.

We architect and deploy audit-ready smart contracts that power your core business logic. Our team specializes in Solidity for EVM chains and Rust for Solana, implementing OpenZeppelin standards and formal verification patterns from day one.

  • Custom Logic: DEXs, NFT marketplaces, token vesting, DAO governance.
  • Security-First: Comprehensive unit/integration testing, gas optimization, and audit preparation.
  • Full Lifecycle: From specification and development to deployment and mainnet monitoring.

Reduce your time-to-market from months to weeks with our battle-tested development frameworks.

We deliver production-grade code with documented architecture, ensuring your team can maintain and extend the system. Every contract includes gas efficiency reports and is built for upgradeability using proxy patterns like TransparentProxy or UUPS.

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PROVEN FRAMEWORK

Our Security Hardening Methodology

We apply a battle-tested, multi-layered security process to every DAO framework we harden, ensuring resilience against the most sophisticated threats.

01

Architecture & Design Review

We conduct a comprehensive threat modeling session to identify and mitigate systemic risks in your DAO's governance, treasury, and upgrade logic before a single line of code is written.

100%
Coverage
OWASP
Framework
02

Smart Contract Audits

Our senior auditors perform manual and automated analysis of your core contracts, focusing on access control, reentrancy, and logic flaws. We integrate findings from tools like Slither and Foundry.

2+
Audit Rounds
CertiK
Partner
03

Formal Verification

For critical governance modules, we use formal methods to mathematically prove the correctness of contract behavior against a formal specification, eliminating whole classes of bugs.

100%
Logic Proof
K Framework
Tooling
04

Operational Security (OpSec)

We establish secure deployment pipelines, multi-sig configurations, and emergency response plans. Includes training for your team on key management and incident response.

Gnosis Safe
Standard
24/7
Monitoring
05

Bug Bounty Program Setup

We design and launch a structured bug bounty program on platforms like Immunefi, defining clear scope, severity tiers, and payout schedules to incentivize white-hat hackers.

$1M+
Coverage
Immunefi
Platform
06

Post-Launch Monitoring & Response

We provide ongoing security monitoring through custom alerting for anomalous transactions and governance proposals, with a guaranteed response SLA for critical incidents.

< 1 hour
Response SLA
Forta
Integration
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PROVEN FRAMEWORK

Secure Governance Outcomes

Our DAO Framework Security Hardening delivers battle-tested governance structures that prevent exploits and ensure protocol longevity. We build on lessons from over $1B in secured on-chain assets.

01

Multi-Sig & Timelock Architecture

Deploy secure, modular governance with Gnosis Safe and OpenZeppelin TimelockController. We configure veto powers, execution delays, and quorum thresholds to match your risk profile.

48-72 hrs
Standard Setup
100%
Audit Coverage
02

Voting Security & Sybil Resistance

Implement token-weighted, delegation-based, or NFT-based voting with built-in protections against flash loan attacks, vote sniping, and whale dominance using Snapshot and custom strategies.

< 1 sec
Vote Finality
0
Exploits Prevented
03

Treasury Management & Vesting

Secure multi-chain treasuries with automated streaming, milestone-based unlocks, and role-based access controls. Integrate Sablier or Superfluid for real-time fund distribution.

99.9%
Uptime SLA
5+ Chains
Supported
04

Proposal Lifecycle Hardening

Engineer the full proposal flow—from temperature checks to execution—with spam filters, deposit requirements, and execution simulations to prevent malicious or erroneous proposals.

< 2 weeks
Framework Deploy
3+
Audit Rounds
05

Emergency Response & Fork Readiness

Prepare for the worst with pause mechanisms, upgradeable contracts, and documented fork procedures. We ensure your community can act decisively during crises without centralization risks.

< 24 hrs
Incident Response
100%
Contingency Plans
Choose Your Security Posture

DAO Framework Security Hardening Packages

Compare our tiered security assessment and hardening services designed for DAOs at different stages of maturity and risk exposure.

Security ComponentFoundation AuditComprehensive HardeningEnterprise Shield

Smart Contract & Governance Audit

Vulnerability Assessment Report

Basic

Detailed with POC

Detailed with Exploit Simulation

On-Chain & Off-Chain Component Review

Economic & Incentive Model Stress Test

Third-Party Dependency Audit

Key Dependencies

Full Dependency Tree

Remediation Support & Code Review

1 round

Unlimited during engagement

Ongoing retainer

Post-Deployment Monitoring Setup

30 days

90 days with alerts

Incident Response SLA

Best Effort

< 2 hours

Final Security Attestation

Summary Report

Public Attestation

Custom Legal Opinion

Typical Engagement

$8K - $15K

$25K - $60K

Custom Quote

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CORE SERVICE

Smart Contract Development

Secure, audited smart contract systems built for production from day one.

We architect and deploy custom smart contracts that power your core business logic—from tokenomics to governance. Our development process is built for security-first deployment on EVM and Solana networks.

Deliver a production-ready MVP in 2-4 weeks with a full security audit included.

  • Full-Stack Development: End-to-end systems including ERC-20, ERC-721, staking pools, and custom DeFi primitives.
  • Security by Design: Built with OpenZeppelin standards and hardened through multiple audit rounds before mainnet.
  • Gas Optimization: Contracts are optimized for up to 40% lower transaction costs and predictable execution.
Expert Answers for Technical Leaders

DAO Security Hardening FAQs

Common questions from CTOs and technical founders about securing DAO frameworks, deployment processes, and long-term governance safety.

Our process follows a structured 4-phase methodology: 1) Discovery & Threat Modeling (1 week): We analyze your smart contracts, governance mechanisms, and treasury structure to identify attack vectors. 2) Architecture Review & Hardening (1-2 weeks): We implement security upgrades, propose governance parameter changes, and integrate tools like SafeSnap or Zodiac. 3) Testing & Simulation (1 week): We conduct internal audits and run governance attack simulations (e.g., flash loan, proposal spam). 4) Deployment & Documentation (1 week): We assist with mainnet deployment and provide a comprehensive security report. The typical engagement lasts 3-5 weeks.

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NDA Protected
24h Response
Directly to Engineering Team
10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall
NDA Protected Directly to Engineering Team
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