Ledger confirms hardware implant in CryptoBilis reseller units as MediaMarkt suspends sales in Europe

Ledger has confirmed a significant security breach involving a hardware implant discovered in devices sold by reseller CryptoBilis. This implant is designed to steal recovery phrases, putting users' funds at risk by compromising the secure element. In response to this serious vulnerability, MediaMarkt, a major electronics retailer in Europe, has announced the immediate suspension of sales for Ledger products. This incident highlights critical supply chain security risks for hardware wallet users, emphasizing the paramount importance of purchasing devices directly from manufacturers or other highly trusted sources to mitigate the risk of tampered hardware.