Hidden implants in reseller wallets drain cryptocurrency funds
Daily Cyber News: Hidden implant in Ledger hardware wallets linked to $93M theft
Cryptocurrency was stolen from customers who received tampered Ledger hardware wallets through Southeast Asian reseller CryptoBilis. Ledger confirmed that at least one affected device contained an unauthorized hardware implant, although the exact point of tampering remains unknown. Researchers said the concealed hardware could capture screen output and button presses, then transmit recovery information over a mobile connection.
Key context: Every confirmed report identified by the company involved devices sold through CryptoBilis.
Additional detail: Trusted hardware is only as trustworthy as its delivery path.
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