CVE-2019-3571: Input Validation
First published: Tue Jul 16 2019(Updated: )
An input validation issue affected WhatsApp Desktop versions prior to 0.3.3793 which allows malicious clients to send files to users that would be displayed with a wrong extension.
Credit: cve-assign@fb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Whatsapp Whatsapp | <0.3.3793 | |
| Whatsapp Whatsapp | <0.3.3793 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-3571?
CVE-2019-3571 is an input validation issue that affected WhatsApp Desktop versions prior to 0.3.3793.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3571?
CVE-2019-3571 has a severity rating of 5.3 (medium).
What is the affected software for CVE-2019-3571?
The affected software for CVE-2019-3571 are WhatsApp Desktop versions prior to 0.3.3793 for both Mac OS X and Windows.
How can malicious clients exploit CVE-2019-3571?
Malicious clients can exploit CVE-2019-3571 by sending files to users with a wrong extension.
Is there a fix for CVE-2019-3571?
Yes, updating WhatsApp Desktop to version 0.3.3793 or later fixes CVE-2019-3571.
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