WhatsApp asks users to update to the new version of its application so as not to be vulnerable to hacks
If you haven’t updated your WhatsApp app for iOS yet, it’s very important that you do so as soon as possible, as a new vulnerability puts your device at risk and could be pirate.
That’s right, WhatsApp has announced through its security announcement website that some of the older versions of the app are vulnerable to hacking. remote code execution.
This is one of the most dangerous attacks because it allows the invader install malware on the device and steal personal or confidential user information.
WhatsApp has considered this vulnerability as critical. For this reason, it is highly recommended to update your WhatsApp and avoid falling into the trap of this hack. Affected versions include the application of Whatsapp Business.
WhatsApp vulnerability puts your mobile and information at risk
The vulnerability consists of a flaw known as an “integer overflow” that has been identified internally with code CVE-2022-36934. This attack is performed using a video call or the send a file.
Being very common actions or activities in the daily use of WhatsApp, the user do not anticipate the attack, so, it drops easily and your device is hacked.
WhatsApp said iOS and Android have the versions concerned for this vulnerability are:
- WhatsApp for Android older than v2.22.16.12
- WhatsApp Business for Android prior to v2.22.16.12
- WhatsApp for iOS older than v2.22.16.12
- WhatsApp Business for iOS older than v2.22.16.12
However, even though not all older versions are vulnerable, it is important to update to the latest version to retain all security measure that WhatsApp implements to avoid being hacked by all the new methods that emerge.
To update your apps on iPhone, go to AppStore > search > tap your photo > update WhatsApp app.
Update WhatsApp to avoid vulnerabilities that put your device and information at risk
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