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What Is the Process an Exchange Typically Follows after Detecting a 51% Attack?

Upon detection, an exchange will immediately halt all deposits and withdrawals of the affected coin to prevent further double-spend losses. They will then assess the depth of the chain reorg and the extent of the financial damage.

The exchange may delist the coin if the security risk is deemed too high or if the community fails to coordinate a recovery plan.

What Is a “Reorg” (Reorganization) in the Context of a 51% Attack?
What Is a ‘Deep Reorg’ and Why Is It More concerning for Network Security?
How Does Increasing the Number of Block Confirmations Reduce the Risk of a Successful Reorg Attack?
How Does a 1-Block Reorg Differ from a Deep Reorg in Terms of Network Impact?