Multiple iOS self-custody wallet users report losses; security firm issues update warning

HuoXing Finance reports that on November 5, GoPlus Security issued a security alert stating that the security organization SEAL recently reported multiple cases of asset losses among iOS self-custody wallet users, affecting several individuals. Users are advised to update their iPhones to the latest iOS version and check for any malicious apps installed on their devices. Between October 28 and November 3, six related incidents were reported, resulting in losses of approximately $127,000, compared to four incidents and around $434,000 in losses during the previous week. The attacks are suspected to be linked to iOS exploit tools targeting wallet applications, such as DarkSword and Coruna, with victims primarily located in Russia, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan.