BitBox02 Firmware 9.26.5 Addresses Three Security Vulnerabilities

On August 17, 2026, BitBox released firmware version 9.26.5, named Dixence, to address three security vulnerabilities in the BitBox02 and BitBox02 Nova hardware wallets. The manufacturer confirmed that no user funds were stolen and existing recovery phrases remain valid. Users are advised to update their devices and check which vulnerabilities may affect them. Two of the vulnerabilities were newly identified in this version, while the third was previously addressed in the July update. The update is crucial for devices running firmware versions up to 9.26.1, as these are the ones affected. The BitBox02 Nova is not impacted by the vulnerabilities. The article emphasizes the importance of not reacting hastily to security notices and provides guidance on the update process.

Key Points: • Firmware version 9.26.5 released on August 17, 2026, addresses three vulnerabilities. • No reports of stolen funds; existing recovery phrases remain valid. • Users must update devices running firmware versions up to 9.26.1 to mitigate risks.