“Ledger Probes $86M Crypto Theft Reports Linked to Tampered Wallets in Southeast Asia” — what this page in the network covers. Hardware wallet maker Ledger is investigating reports that up to $86 million in cryptocurrency was drained from devices sold by a Southeast Asian reseller, according to social media posts from affected users. The company confirmed it is looking into potential tampering with its hardware wallets, which are designed to secure Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tron, and other digital assets. Users have reported unauthorized transactions from their addresses, raising concerns about supply chain security.
This incident highlights the risks of buying hardware wallets from unofficial channels, as tampered devices can expose private keys. Ledger has not yet confirmed the exact number of affected wallets or the total amount stolen, but the $86 million figure has circulated widely. The company advises customers to only purchase from authorized retailers and to verify device integrity upon receipt. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.