Binance warns iPhone users of iOS bug that could expose crypto wallet keys

Binance has warned iPhone users about an iOS vulnerability known as “worse_query” that could allow malicious applications to access files belonging to other apps, potentially exposing cryptocurrency wallet credentials. Summary Binance warns that worse_query could allow malicious applications to access files belonging to other iOS apps. The exchange identified iOS 26.7.1, 27.0.1 and 27.2 among versions affected by the vulnerability. Cryptocurrency recovery phrases and private keys could face exposure if applications store them in accessible files. Apple’s security advisories do not explicitly identify worse_query or establish a confirmed patch for the flaw. Binance recommends removing untrusted applications, updating devices and replacing wallet credentials if compromise is suspected. In a November 10 security warning, the exchange identified iOS 26.7.1, 27.0.1 and 27.2 among the affected versions. It said the flaw could expose recovery phrases, private keys and login information stored locally, while stressing that the problem concerns Apple’s operating system rather than Binance alone. A vulnerability (worse_query) affecting iOS 26.7.1, 27.0.1, and 27.2 allows malicious apps to re...