Trust Wallet, a provider of crypto wallets, is warning Apple users to disable iMessage due to a zero-day exploit that could allow hackers to take control of their phones. The company posted an alert on X, stating that it has received credible information about a high-risk zero-day exploit targeting iMessage on the Dark Web. The exploit can infiltrate and take control of iPhones without the need to click on a link, and high-value account holders are considered to be the most vulnerable.
Trust Wallet emphasized that all crypto wallets stored on an iPhone with iMessage enabled are at risk. To support its claim, the company’s CEO, Eowyn Chen, shared a screenshot showing an asking price of $2 million for the exploit. However, some industry experts expressed skepticism about the threat, stating that Trust Wallet’s evidence was based on a screenshot of a person claiming to have an exploit.
Despite the skepticism, Trust Wallet’s alert gained significant attention, with over 1.2 million X users viewing it within the first four hours. In response to skeptical comments, the company revealed that its information was sourced from its security team and partners who constantly monitor for threats.
Trust Wallet’s warning comes after Apple recently released emergency security updates to address two iOS zero-day vulnerabilities that were exploited in attacks on iPhones. Apple’s iMessage application has previously been used as an attack vector by hackers, according to security researchers at Kaspersky.
In addition to the threats faced by Apple users, cybersecurity firm Halborn claimed that more than 280 blockchain networks are at risk of zero-day exploits, which could put over $25 billion worth of crypto at risk.
Overall, Trust Wallet’s alert serves as a reminder for Apple users to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their devices and crypto assets from potential exploits.