Crypto Wallet Hardware Security Breach — Trezor Implants Found
Mark Karpelès (ex-Mt.Gox CEO) claims he warned Trezor two weeks ago they'd be targeted following Ledger supply-chain implants — and the Trezor implants were apparently already in place before his warning.
What we know
An account on X revealed he emailed Trezor over two weeks ago warning them about a likely hardware implant attack following the discovery of implants in Ledger devices. He has now learned the Trezor implants were already present. This is a major supply-chain security story for the crypto hardware wallet industry.
How the story developed
Mark Karpelès (ex-Mt.Gox CEO) claims he warned Trezor two weeks ago they'd be targeted following Ledger supply-chain implants — and the Trezor implants were apparently already in place before his warning.
A single hardware implant was discovered via responsible disclosure in a Trezor Safe 5 purchased from reseller CryptoBilis in August 2026. No funds have been reported lost, but Trezor is warning all CryptoBilis buyers.
A physical hardware implant was discovered inside a Trezor Safe 5 bought from reseller CryptoBilis in August 2026. Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès warns Trezor is not the only affected brand — anyone who bought from CryptoBilis from March 2026 onward should move funds immediately.
Trezor issued a warning about a suspected hardware implant found in a Safe 5 device sold by reseller CryptoBilis, urging all customers who bought from that vendor since March 2026 to migrate funds immediately.
By the Global Eye 24 desk, with AI assistance. Updated as the story develops. Spot an error? Write to corrections@globaleye24.com.