October 13th 2026, 4:08 PM
Ledger Sales Suspended Amid Spyware Concerns
Key Summary
MediaMarktSaturn halts Ledger sales across 11 countries and 1,000 stores due to reports of unauthorized hardware modifications in Ledger devices bought from its outlets, which can steal users' recovery phrases and send them over LTE.
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Summary
MediaMarktSaturn has suspended sales of all Ledger hardware wallets across 11 countries and over 1,000 stores due to reports of unauthorized hardware modifications in Ledger devices bought from its outlets.Background
Ledger's security team has confirmed that unauthorized implants are present in selected units sold by CryptoBilis, a reseller based in Southeast Asia.Investigation
The investigation tied to CryptoBilis has found that the implants can exfiltrate recovery phrases without changing how the device itself operates.Impact
The suspension appears to be precautionary rather than a response to confirmed thefts from MediaMarktSaturn customers.Future Outlook
The incident highlights the importance of secure supply chains and robust security measures in the crypto industry.Key Takeaways
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