SlowMist Finds No Confirmed Crypto Theft In Reported iPhone Safari Zero-Day

SlowMist, a blockchain security firm, has concluded its investigation into a reported iPhone Safari browser vulnerability and found no confirmed cases of cryptocurrency theft linked to the issue. The investigation was launched after reports circulated within security communities suggesting that a Safari exploit could be used to drain digital assets from mobile wallets and exchange accounts. According to SlowMist's findings, the firm was unable to verify any actual theft incidents tied to the reported vulnerability, despite extensive analysis of the claims and related technical data.

The initial reports, which surfaced across social media and security forums, described a potential zero-day exploit in Apple's Safari browser that could compromise iPhone users' crypto holdings. Some posts went further, alleging that the vulnerability was part of a broader surveillance toolkit, with references to advanced spyware such as Pegasus being installed on targeted devices. These claims prompted concern among crypto holders, particularly those using iOS-based wallet applications, as a successful exploit could theoretically grant attackers access to private keys or signed transactions.

SlowMist's investigation, however, found no evidence that any such exploit had been actively used to steal cryptocurrency. The firm examined the reported technical details, traced the origin of the claims, and cross-referenced them with known attack patterns and threat intelligence. No confirmed victims, no on-chain traces of stolen funds, and no verifiable exploit code were identified during the review. The security team noted that while theoretical vulnerabilities in mobile browsers are always a concern, the specific scenario described in the reports did not hold up under scrutiny.

The findings offer some reassurance to iPhone users who store crypto assets on their devices, though SlowMist did not dismiss the possibility of future threats. The firm recommended that users continue to follow standard security practices, including keeping iOS updated, avoiding suspicious links, and using hardware wallets for large holdings.