Important Warning for iOS Users: Turn off iMessage!

Cryptoassets are frequently targeted by cybercriminals. Trust Walletwarned people who control crypto assets via iOS devices against a new danger. Attacks via iMessage application “High risk” Users were asked to disable iMessage applications until the problem was resolved.

Here is Trust Wallet’s post:

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

This can infiltrate your iPhone without clicking any link. High value targets are likely to be selected. Each use increases the risk of detection.

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

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

Stay safe.”

On the other hand, it is not known what the security vulnerability announced by Trust Wallet is, and no information was given about the nature of the attack. All of this deficit iOS devices It is not known whether it affects or only affects Trust Wallet, 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 the subject as it emerges.