Security Feature Bypass in WhatsApp Desktop by WhatsApp
CVE-2020-1889

10CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Facebook

Status
WhatSAPp Desktop
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 September 2020

What is CVE-2020-1889?

A security feature bypass in WhatsApp Desktop versions prior to v0.3.4932 could lead to potential sandbox escape and privilege escalation. This vulnerability arises from flaws in the Electron framework, which, when combined with a remote code execution vulnerability in the sandboxed renderer process, may allow an attacker to exploit system controls. Users are encouraged to update to the latest version to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

WhatsApp Desktop 0.3.4932

WhatsApp Desktop < 0.3.4932

References

https://www.whatsapp.com/security/advisories/2020/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
10
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2020-1889 : Security Feature Bypass in WhatsApp Desktop by WhatsApp