According to The Block, Ledger has confirmed that devices sold through the CryptoBilis reseller program contain a hardware implant designed to extract recovery phrases. MediaMarkt has suspended sales of these units in Europe as a result.
The implant’s function is to steal recovery phrases from devices distributed via the CryptoBilis channel. Ledger’s confirmation addresses the presence of this component in reseller-issued units. MediaMarkt initiated the suspension of sales in Europe following this disclosure.
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