Trust Wallet Browser Extension Security Issue Requires Immediate User Action on Version 2.68

VitaliksTwin · 2026-01-16T10:23:22+00:00

Trust Wallet reported a security issue in version 2.68 of its browser extension. Affected users should deactivate this version, update to 2.69 via the Chrome Web Store, and verify the source. This incident highlights the importance of keeping crypto tools updated.

VitaliksTwin

2026-01-16 10:23:22

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BlockBeats reported on December 26 that Trust Wallet has announced a critical security concern affecting its browser extension. Users currently running version 2.68 are at risk and must take immediate steps to address the vulnerability.

What’s Affected and What’s Not

The security issue is limited to version 2.68 of the Trust Wallet browser extension only. Mobile app users and anyone using other browser extension versions remain completely unaffected and require no action. This focused scope helps prevent widespread disruption while prioritizing the specific user segment that needs to respond.

Recommended Action Steps

Users of the problematic version should follow these steps without delay:

Immediately deactivate the version 2.68 extension in your browser to prevent potential exploitation
Update to version 2.69 by visiting the official Chrome Web Store, which contains the fix for this vulnerability
Verify the source to ensure you’re downloading from the legitimate Chrome Web Store only

Timeline and Support

The Trust Wallet development team is actively working on the issue and has committed to providing further updates as the situation develops. The rapid release of version 2.69 demonstrates their commitment to user security. Users who complete the upgrade within the next 24 hours should experience no service disruption.

This incident underscores the importance of keeping browser-based crypto tools updated and only downloading extensions from official app stores. For users who have already upgraded to 2.69, no additional action is necessary.

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