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Security Reminder: Reports of a Coldcard Hardware Wallet Vulnerability

We’re aware of public reports regarding a potential vulnerability affecting certain Coldcard hardware wallets, with claims that the issue may be related to wallet seed generation and may have contributed to the theft of approximately 594 BTC, valued at around $38 million at the time of reporting.

At this stage, details are still developing, and users should rely on updates from the wallet manufacturer and trusted official sources for confirmed technical findings.

What users should know:
The reported issue appears to concern specific Coldcard wallet setups, not the broader crypto market as a whole.
Early reports suggest the flaw may involve weakness in random seed generation, which is a critical part of wallet security.
If confirmed, this could reduce the strength of wallet recovery phrases and increase the risk of unauthorized access.
There is currently no indication that this issue is related to Binance account infrastructure.

Suggested precautions for affected users:
Review any official notices from Coldcard regarding impacted devices, firmware versions, or setup conditions.
If you use a Coldcard wallet and suspect risk, consider moving funds to a newly generated wallet created in a verified secure environment.
Double-check that your recovery phrase was generated safely and has never been exposed digitally.
Stay alert for scams, fake recovery tools, or impersonators claiming to help recover funds.

General security reminder:
Self-custody offers users control over their assets, but it also means wallet setup and key generation must be handled with extreme care. Users should always keep firmware updated, verify official communications, and avoid relying on unverified third-party tools or social posts during a security incident.

We encourage users to follow official announcements for the latest confirmed guidance.

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