Trust Wallet Suffers $6M Hack Due to Browser Extension Vulnerability
Trust Wallet, a major cryptocurrency wallet provider, has confirmed a security breach impacting users of a specific browser extension version. The exploit, which surfaced on Thursday, drained over $6 million from affected wallets. On-chain investigator ZachXBT tracked the unauthorized transactions, revealing the scale of the attack.
The breach appears linked to a recent Chrome extension update, though Trust Wallet has not yet disclosed technical details. The company is actively investigating the incident and advising users to take precautionary measures. Security teams are working to trace the stolen funds and secure compromised wallets.
This incident highlights persistent vulnerabilities in browser-based crypto tools, even among established providers. Trust Wallet, acquired by Binance in 2018, had previously maintained a strong security reputation. The hack may prompt renewed scrutiny of extension-based wallet solutions across the industry.
