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Ledger wallet thefts linked to allegedly tampered CryptoBillis hardware, reports say

The Verge reports that Ledger confirmed an unauthorized implant in one user's device and asked CryptoBillis to pause wallet sales.

Updated Oct 14, 2026 · 12:15 UTC6 reports

The short version

  • Ledger wallet users report drained accounts, which appear to be tied to hardware sold by CryptoBillis.[The Verge]
  • Ledger confirmed an unauthorized hardware implant in one impacted user's device and asked CryptoBillis to pause wallet sales during an investigation.[The Verge]
  • Photos and videos reportedly show a circuit board under the screen that allegedly intercepts displayed data, including seed passphrases; these claims are not confirmed by Ledger.[The Verge]

Key facts

  • Users of Ledger wallets have reported having their accounts drained, which appears related to tampered CryptoBillis hardware.[The Verge]
  • Ledger confirmed that an unauthorized hardware implant was found in one impacted user's device.[The Verge]
  • Ledger asked CryptoBillis to pause all sales of its wallets while it conducts an investigation.[The Verge]
  • Photos and videos posted on X and Threads appear to show a small circuit board under the screen.[The Verge]

What remains uncertain

  • The implant is allegedly able to intercept on-screen data, including seed passphrases, but this capability is not confirmed by Ledger in the reporting.[The Verge]
  • The number of affected users and the link between the single confirmed implant and the reported drained accounts are not established.[The Verge]

Sources

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