What is the vulnerability ID CVE-2021-41861?

The vulnerability ID CVE-2021-41861 refers to a vulnerability in the Telegram application for Android versions 7.5.0 through 7.8.0, where the image self-destruction feature is not properly implemented.

What is the severity level of CVE-2021-41861?

The severity level of CVE-2021-41861 is low with a severity value of 3.3.

How does CVE-2021-41861 affect the Telegram application for Android?

CVE-2021-41861 affects the Telegram application for Android versions 7.5.0 through 7.8.0 by misleading users with a UI indication that an image was deleted after two to four uses of the self-destruct feature.

How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2021-41861?

To fix the vulnerability CVE-2021-41861, it is recommended to update the Telegram application on your Android device to a version higher than 7.8.0.

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CVE-2021-41861

low

3.3

4/10/2021

4/8/2024

CVE-2021-41861

First published: Mon Oct 04 2021(Updated: )

The Telegram application 7.5.0 through 7.8.0 for Android does not properly implement image self-destruction, a different vulnerability than CVE-2019-16248. After approximately two to four uses of the self-destruct feature, there is a misleading UI indication that an image was deleted (on both the sender and recipient sides). The images are still present in the /Storage/Emulated/0/Telegram/Telegram Image/ directory.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Telegram Telegram	>=7.5.0<=7.8.0

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What is the vulnerability ID CVE-2021-41861?
The vulnerability ID CVE-2021-41861 refers to a vulnerability in the Telegram application for Android versions 7.5.0 through 7.8.0, where the image self-destruction feature is not properly implemented.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-41861?
The severity level of CVE-2021-41861 is low with a severity value of 3.3.
How does CVE-2021-41861 affect the Telegram application for Android?
CVE-2021-41861 affects the Telegram application for Android versions 7.5.0 through 7.8.0 by misleading users with a UI indication that an image was deleted after two to four uses of the self-destruct feature.
How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2021-41861?
To fix the vulnerability CVE-2021-41861, it is recommended to update the Telegram application on your Android device to a version higher than 7.8.0.

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