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Binance says iOS flaw in three versions can expose wallet seed phrases
The exchange says attackers could steal seed phrases, private keys and login credentials, but it did not name the affected iOS versions.
Key takeaways
- Binance said a flaw in three versions of Apple's iOS can let attackers steal crypto wallet data.
- The exchange said seed phrases, private keys and account login credentials are at risk.
- The report did not name the affected iOS versions or say whether a fix exists.
- It also does not say whether Apple has commented on the claim or been notified.
What Binance said
Binance said it had identified a vulnerability affecting three versions of Apple's iOS, the operating system that runs the iPhone. According to the exchange, the flaw allows attackers to steal seed phrases, private keys and the login credentials for accounts.
The claim comes from the exchange itself. Bits.media reported the announcement on 10 November 2026, citing Binance representatives.
In the account reported so far, Binance did not name the three iOS versions involved, describe how an attack would work, or say whether a fix is available.
What the report leaves open
The report does not say whether the flaw has been exploited, whether it has been patched, or whether Binance has reported it to Apple. It also does not say whether Apple has responded to the claim.
No technical detail or timeline was given. The report does not indicate how Binance reached its conclusion or whether other security researchers have confirmed it.
Why seed phrases matter
A seed phrase is a sequence of words that can restore a crypto wallet on any device. Anyone who obtains it can move the assets held in that wallet, which is why exchanges and wallet makers tell users to keep it offline and never share it.
Private keys do a similar job for individual addresses, and account login credentials give access to an exchange account itself. According to the report, all three kinds of data are exposed by the flaw Binance described.
Sources
1 reportThis article was prepared by BattleTown Newsroom from the reports listed above.
Frequently asked questions
Which iOS versions does the vulnerability affect?
The report does not name them. Binance's announcement, as reported by Bits.media, refers only to three versions of Apple's iOS without identifying which ones.
What is a seed phrase?
A seed phrase is a list of words that can restore a crypto wallet on another device. Anyone who has it can move the funds in that wallet, so it is normally kept offline and never shared.
Has Apple responded?
The report does not say whether Apple has commented on the claim or been notified of it.
This story is for information only. It is not financial, investment or legal advice. Disclaimer
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