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Meta Platforms WhatsApp Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability

Type: advisorySource: CISA Known Exploited VulnerabilitiesKnown exploited1 source record

Meta Platforms WhatsApp contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability due to an incomplete authorization of linked device synchronization messages. This vulnerability could allow an unrelated user to trigger processing of content from an arbitrary URL on a target’s device. CISA required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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CVE-2025-55177

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CVE-2025-55177 · Medium

WhatsApp Desktop for Mac, WhatsApp Business for iOS, WhatsApp for iOS

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