Which audit signal indicates poor threat modeling?

A happy-path-only focus is a strong smart contract audit warning because it shows the developer tested normal user behavior but ignored attacker behavior, edge cases, abuse paths, oracle manipulation, permission mistakes, and failure modes. For blockchain security careers, this is also a hiring signal: strong candidates can explain what can go wrong, not only what should work. For deeper smart contract audit readiness signals for blockchain security hiring, connect this concept with AOB’s Smart Contract Security Audits Hub. If your hiring team is unsure how to screen for threat modeling in a Solidity, DeFi, or smart contract security role, AOB’s JD Review can help convert vague requirements into clearer proof-based screening signals.