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Ledger reveals a covert âspyâ chip in CryptoBilis devices that transmitted wallet master keys via mobile networks. đ”ïžââïž
The component functions independently of Ledgerâs firmware, allowing it to siphon private keys without any software alteration. Internal testing uncovered the module in units shipped under the CryptoBilis brand since early 2025, affecting an estimated 1.2âŻmillion users worldwide. Because the chip relays encrypted key data over cellular signals, it bypasses traditional airâgap protections that hardware wallets rely on. Regulators in the EU and US have opened investigations, citing potential violations of consumerâdata security statutes. â ïž Ledger has issued a firmwareâfree remediation plan, urging users to transfer assets to a secure wallet and to return compromised devices for forensic analysis.
The company recommends immediate device retirement and follows its stepâbyâstep guide to protect funds. đ
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Ledger reveals a covert âspyâ chip in CryptoBilis devices that transmitted wallet master keys via mobile networks. đ”ïžââïž
The component functions independently of Ledgerâs firmware, allowing it to siphon private keys without any software alteration. Internal testing uncovered the module in units shipped under the CryptoBilis brand since early 2025, affecting an estimated 1.2âŻmillion users worldwide. Because the chip relays encrypted key data over cellular signals, it bypasses traditional airâgap protections that hardware wallets rely on. Regulators in the EU and US have opened investigations, citing potential violations of consumerâdata security statutes. â ïž Ledger has issued a firmwareâfree remediation plan, urging users to transfer assets to a secure wallet and to return compromised devices for forensic analysis.
The company recommends immediate device retirement and follows its stepâbyâstep guide to protect funds. đ
$GTC, $OSMO, $GTC