Crypto assets are often targeted by cybercriminals. Trust walletwarned people who manage crypto assets via iOS devices about a new danger. Attacks via iMessage application “High risk” Users were asked to disable iMessage applications until the issue was resolved.

Here is the message from Trust Wallet:

“Warning for iOS users: on DarkWebWe have credible information about a high-risk zero-day exploit targeting Mesage.

This can infiltrate your iPhone without clicking any link. It is likely that high-value targets will be selected. Each use increases the risk of detection.

Recommended action to protect yourself from iMessage vulnerability: Until Apple patches the vulnerability Disable iMessage as soon as possible.

Go to Settings -> Messages -> Turn off iMessage. Take this precaution until Apple releases a security patch. Our priority is your safety.

Pay attention to your safety.”

On the other hand, it is not known what the security vulnerability announced by Trust Wallet is and no information has been provided about the nature of the attack. This whole shortage iOS devices It is unknown whether it affects Trust Wallet or just it, but the fact that it is described as a zero-day vulnerability indicates that it may be a more general problem.

We will continue to share new information on this topic as it arises.