A critical security breach has hit the crypto community. A corrupted Chrome extension update has drained millions from Trust Wallet users, serving as a stark reminder of the risks associated with browser-based hot wallets.
🚨 What Happened?
On December 24, Trust Wallet released version 2.68 of its Chrome browser extension. Unfortunately, this update contained malicious code disguised as a routine "analytics module."
The Attack Vector:
Data Capture: When users opened their wallets or imported seed phrases, the code silently captured the data.
Transmission: The stolen information was sent to a fraudulent domain (metrics-trustwallet.com) registered just days before the attack.
The Result: With the seed phrases in hand, hackers bypassed all security layers (no 2FA or approval needed) and drained the funds to their own addresses.
💸 The Damage at a Glance
Total Stolen: Over $7 million.
Scope: Hundreds of wallets affected across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and BNB Chain.
Exchanges Involved: Stolen funds were quickly bridged or sent to platforms like ChangeNOW, FixedFloat, KuCoin, and HTX.
🛡️ CZ’s Response & Reimbursement
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has addressed the situation, offering a lifeline to those affected:
"So far, $7m affected by this hack. Trust Wallet will cover. User funds are SAFU."
The team is currently investigating how the malicious code was injected into the official update, with early theories suggesting potential insider involvement or a compromised developer environment.
🛑 Critical Actions You Must Take
If you use the Trust Wallet browser extension, follow these steps immediately:
Check Your Version: Ensure you are NOT running v2.68.
Update Now: Move to version 2.69 (or higher) via the official Chrome Web Store only.
Emergency Move: If you interacted with v2.68 and entered your seed phrase, assume your wallet is compromised. Create a brand-new wallet and move your funds immediately.
Revoke Permissions: Use tools like Revoke.cash to clear any suspicious smart contract approvals.
💡 Final Thought: Hot Wallets vs. Security
This incident highlights a major vulnerability in browser-based wallets. Unlike smart contract exploits, wallet-level attacks give hackers the "keys to the kingdom."
In 2025 alone, crypto theft has already surpassed $3.4 billion. Always consider using a Hardware Wallet for large holdings.
Stay vigilant. Verify everything. Never share your seed phrase.
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