CVE-2020-20096: Medium severity whatsapp vulnerability

Published Mar 23, 2022
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Updated

Whatsapp iOS 2.19.80 and prior and Android 2.19.222 and prior user interface does not properly represent URI messages to the user, which results in URI spoofing via specially crafted messages.

Affected Software

2 affected components
WhatsApp Whatsapp Iphone Os<=2.19.80
WhatsApp Whatsapp Android<=2.19.222

Event History

Mar 23, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:28 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-20096?

CVE-2020-20096 is a vulnerability in Whatsapp iOS 2.19.80 and prior and Android 2.19.222 and prior that allows URI spoofing via specially crafted messages.

2

How does CVE-2020-20096 affect Whatsapp?

CVE-2020-20096 affects Whatsapp iOS 2.19.80 and prior and Android 2.19.222 and prior by improperly representing URI messages, leading to URI spoofing.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-20096?

The severity of CVE-2020-20096 is considered medium, with a CVSS score of 6.5.

4

How can I check if my version of Whatsapp is affected by CVE-2020-20096?

If you are using Whatsapp iOS version 2.19.80 or prior, or Whatsapp Android version 2.19.222 or prior, your version may be affected by CVE-2020-20096. Please update to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-20096?

To fix CVE-2020-20096, update your Whatsapp application to the latest version available for your operating system (iOS or Android).

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