Trust Wallet Users Lose Over $7 Million in Chrome Extension Hack
A significant breach has led to more than $7 million being stolen from Trust Wallet users after a hacked Chrome extension was identified. Reports from users emerged indicating that their funds were drained within a couple of hours from their wallet addresses. The incident appears to coincide with a recent update to Trust Wallet's Chrome extension pushed out yesterday.
The incident has raised alarms within the cryptocurrency community, with many affected users sharing their experiences on social media. “Community alert: A number of Trust Wallet users have reported that funds were drained from wallet addresses within the past couple hours,” commented one group of users. Meanwhile, another remarked, “While the exact root cause has not been determined, coincidentally the Trust Wallet Chrome extension pushed a new update yesterday.”
Details surrounding the hacking event remain unclear as investigations are underway. Users are urged to remain vigilant and secure their wallets as the situation unfolds. The Trust Wallet team has not yet provided a formal statement addressing the breach.
This report has prompted warnings about the risks associated with third-party extensions and the importance of ensuring digital asset safety.
This report is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.