CWE
265
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-1889

First published: Thu Sep 03 2020(Updated: )

A security feature bypass issue in WhatsApp Desktop versions prior to v0.3.4932 could have allowed for sandbox escape in Electron and escalation of privilege if combined with a remote code execution vulnerability inside the sandboxed renderer process.

Credit: cve-assign@fb.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Whatsapp Whatsapp Desktop<0.3.4932

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?

    The vulnerability ID for this security issue is CVE-2020-1889.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-1889?

    CVE-2020-1889 has a severity level of critical.

  • What is affected by CVE-2020-1889?

    WhatsApp Desktop versions prior to v0.3.4932 are affected by CVE-2020-1889.

  • What is the potential impact of CVE-2020-1889?

    CVE-2020-1889 could lead to a sandbox escape in Electron and escalation of privilege if combined with a remote code execution vulnerability in the sandboxed renderer process.

  • How can I fix CVE-2020-1889?

    To fix CVE-2020-1889, update WhatsApp Desktop to version v0.3.4932 or later.

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