What Are Dust Attacks on Bitcoin? Understanding the Risks to Privacy and Linkability

Bitcoin gives users control over their money, but that control comes with responsibility — especially when it comes to privacy. One subtle but potent threat is the dust attack, which targets the linkability of your wallet addresses and undermines your privacy on-chain.

This article explores the technical mechanics of dust attacks, the implications of linkability, the shutdown of Samourai Wallet, and strategies to protect your wallet.