WhatsApp Update
4696Warning Date
Severity Level
Warning Number
Target Sector
8 April, 2021
● High
2021-2730
All
Description:
WhatsApp has released a security update to address a vulnerability in the following products:
- WhatsApp for Android
- WhatsApp Business for Android
- WhatsApp Business for iOS
Threats:
Attacker could exploit this vulnerability by doing the following:
- Unauthorized modification - Out-of-bounds write
- Sensitive information disclosure
Best practice and Recommendations:
The CERT team encourages users to review WhatsApp security advisory and apply the necessary updates:
Update instructions:
Go to the App Store and search for WhatsApp. Tap UPDATE next to WhatsApp Messenger.