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Ledger confirms unauthorized hardware implantation related to $86 million in crypto asset losses

2026-10-12 00:12:30
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硬件钱包巨头Ledger确认设备遭植入非法硬件,涉及超8600万美元损失

知名硬件钱包制造商Ledger在其一款设备中发现了未经授权的硬件植入物,这一发现进一步加剧了外界对第三方转售钱包安全性的担忧。此次事件与通过东南亚某名为“CryptoBilis”的经销商购买的受损钱包有关,据报告,这些钱包涉及的损失超过8600万美元,涵盖比特币、以太坊和波场等资产。

持续调查与用户联络

周日,Ledger在X平台发布更新,确认其正在对受损设备进行调查。公司表示,已开始在相关执法机构的合作下联系受影响的用户,并继续收集信息。

一名区块链分析师估计,所有受影响钱包的总损失超过8600万美元。然而,Ledger尚未确认确切的受影响客户数量。Ledger已证实,在一名用户通过东南亚第三方经销商购买的硬件钱包中发现了未经授权的设备组件。作为 ongoing 调查的一部分,公司正直接联系受害者。

Ledger呼吁任何掌握案件相关信息的人士联系其赏金计划(Bounty Program),强调在确定损害范围和来源的过程中,需要社区的协助。

安全焦点转向第三方经销商

The incident raised questions about the security of purchasing hardware wallets from dealers, even dealers previously included in the authorized list. CryptoBilis, which previously operated as an official distributor of Ledger products in Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines, has suspended sales of all hardware wallets after the investigation was launched.

Ledger said it is currently in ongoing discussions with CryptoBilis about next steps, but it is unclear whether the issue is limited to this or whether it affects more other equipment distributed by the dealer.

The presence of unauthorized implants raises the possibility that the device may be tampered with at some point after manufacturing and before reaching the end user. Currently, neither Ledger nor CryptoBilis has clarified how, when and by whom the device was promised.

Ledger maintains that its internal production processes and supply chains have not been compromised, indicating that the incident may have been limited to equipment distributed through CryptoBilis.

Security advice for CryptoBilis customers

Ledger urges customers who purchase hardware wallets from CryptoBilis not to set up unused devices until continued investigation provides further clarity. For users who have already activated such devices, it is recommended to follow established security protocols and use new mnemons to transfer funds to their new Ledger wallets.

The company reiterates that it is crucial not to disclose mnemonics and ensure that any new equipment comes from a trusted source to minimize risk.

The recent incident shows that even wallets obtained through official channels can be compromised if the supply chain is not fully secure. This highlights the need for all cryptocurrency holders to remain vigilant.

Scale of the loss and future steps

Investigators said the estimated loss exceeded US$86 million, affecting holders of Bitcoin, Ethereum and wavefield. This number was reported by blockchain expert Specter, but has not yet been verified by Ledger.

Asset Type Estimated Loss Source of Damage Bitcoin Included in the US$86 million total Implantable Ledger Device Ethereum (Ethereum) included in the US$86 million total Implantable Ledger equipment Wave field (Tron) included in the US$86 million total Implantable Ledger equipment

Authorities have not disclosed the number of customers ultimately affected, It also did not say whether the situation exceeded the scope of CryptoBilis distribution equipment. The investigation continues as Ledger and CryptoBilis work together to clarify timelines, tamper sources, and possible remedies.

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