Scam patterns
Hardware-wallet tampering
A device or its packaging is altered before delivery.
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Overview
A device or its packaging is altered before delivery.
Why it matters
Preconfigured phrases or substituted instructions give a third party control.
What to check
Buy through a verified channel, initialise the device yourself and authenticate firmware.