Just got this news today...sad to see another exchange going out of business...somehow I don't buy the story about the database...here is the integral text :
" Dear valued client,
On February 15, 2015, we found reason to believe that an older version
of our database that included 2FA secrets, hashed passwords and API
keys, may have been compromised. This database did not include
identification documents and all customer funds are safe.
CAVIRTEX has determined to cease active operations in the Bitcoin
business and to return all customer funds. We are doing this because the
security and the safety of customer funds are paramount to our mission
and to the success of Bitcoin in general. We believe that the damage to
the company's reputation caused by the potential compromise will
significantly harm our ability to continue to operate successfully. All
trading on the platform will cease on March 20th. We are asking all
customers to please withdraw their funds by March 25th, 2015.
We are asking all clients to do the following:
1) Clear any CAVIRTEX browser cookies.
2) Log into your account and change your password.
3) Go to Settings -> User Preferences and set your BTC and LTC return
address at the bottom of the page.
Bitcoin and Litecoin withdrawals were re-enabled late last week for
those who had entered new return addresses, but we are reviewing
accounts for suspicious activity and approving accounts for withdrawals
on a case by case basis. For expedited service, please email
returns@cavirtex.com. Processing accounts may take time. Thanks for your
patience.
CAD withdrawals are also available, but there is a queue for direct
deposit exceeding our payment processor's daily limit. Expect CAD
withdrawals to take at least 6 business days.
CAVIRTEX continues to believe, as we have over the last three and a half
years of operation, that cryptocurrency is here to stay. We appreciate
all the support from our amazing customers who have been on this journey
with us. You are the true Bitcoin pioneers and with your help we have
imprinted Bitcoin in the Canadian conscience.
Thank you to our loyal customers and all of our supporters who believed
in us and trusted in us.
Sincerely,
The CAVIRTEX Team"
