CVE-2020-1891
First published: Thu Sep 03 2020(Updated: )
A user controlled parameter used in video call in WhatsApp for Android prior to v2.20.17, WhatsApp Business for Android prior to v2.20.7, WhatsApp for iPhone prior to v2.20.20, and WhatsApp Business for iPhone prior to v2.20.20 could have allowed an out-of-bounds write on 32-bit devices.
Credit: cve-assign@fb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| <2.20.17 | ||
| <2.20.20 | ||
| <2.20.7 | ||
| <2.20.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this WhatsApp vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this WhatsApp vulnerability is CVE-2020-1891.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-1891?
The severity of CVE-2020-1891 is critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-1891?
WhatsApp for Android prior to v2.20.17, WhatsApp Business for Android prior to v2.20.7, WhatsApp for iPhone prior to v2.20.20, and WhatsApp Business for iPhone prior to v2.20.20 are affected by CVE-2020-1891.
What is the CWE number associated with CVE-2020-1891?
The CWE number associated with CVE-2020-1891 is 787.
How can I fix the CVE-2020-1891 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2020-1891 vulnerability, update your WhatsApp application to version 2.20.17 or higher for Android, version 2.20.20 or higher for iPhone, and version 2.20.7 or higher for WhatsApp Business on Android and iPhone.
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