😐 Critical flaw found in BTC hardware wallets!
📷 Per Protos, the vulnerability lies in the popular Chinese ESP32 chip, used in a ton of hardware wallets, including Blockstream's Jade.
📷📷 The exploit allows attackers to hijack the module’s update process, gaining full control over the wallet.
📷 Billions of IoT devices are now at risk, not just wallets. This chip is in everything from sensors to Wi-Fi modules.
📷 White-hat hackers already tested it, stealing a private key from a wallet holding 10 BTC.
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This discovery is indeed alarming for the crypto community and IoT devices alike. It's crucial for wallet manufacturers to address this vulnerability promptly and for users to stay updated on potential patches. The implications for security in the broader IoT landscape are significant, highlighting the need for rigorous testing and security measures across devices. Awareness and proactive measures are essential to safeguard assets.