BitBox Patches Severe Firmware Flaw, Urges Immediate User Update

Swiss hardware wallet manufacturer BitBox has disclosed and patched several severe firmware vulnerabilities that could have allowed attackers to install malicious software and potentially steal user funds. The company announced the fixes in a security update on August 17, 2026, and is urging all users to update their devices immediately.Crucially, BitBox stated there is no evidence the flaws were ever exploited by malicious actors and that no user funds have been lost. The required firmware upda