Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in WhatsApp for Android
CVE-2021-24041
9.8CRITICAL
What is CVE-2021-24041?
A vulnerability exists in the image processing code of WhatsApp for Android that can lead to an out-of-bounds write. This issue arises from a missing bounds check, which is exploited when a user receives a specially crafted malicious image. If successfully executed, this vulnerability could compromise the application's integrity, allowing attackers to manipulate memory and potentially execute arbitrary code.
Affected Version(s)
WhatsApp Business for Android < unspecified
WhatsApp for Android < unspecified
WhatsApp Business for Android v2.21.22.7