CVE-2023-38537: Race Condition
First published: Wed Oct 04 2023(Updated: )
A race condition in a network transport subsystem led to a heap use-after-free issue in established or unsilenced incoming audio/video calls that could have resulted in app termination or unexpected control flow with very low probability.
Credit: cve-assign@fb.com cve-assign@fb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Whatsapp Whatsapp | <2.2338.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-38537.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38537?
The severity of CVE-2023-38537 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.6.
What is the description of CVE-2023-38537?
CVE-2023-38537 is a race condition in a network transport subsystem that led to a heap use-after-free issue in established or unsilenced incoming audio/video calls, potentially resulting in app termination or unexpected control flow.
Which software is affected by CVE-2023-38537?
The affected software is Whatsapp version up to and excluding 2.2338.12 for desktop on Mac OS X.
How can I fix CVE-2023-38537?
To fix CVE-2023-38537, it is recommended to update Whatsapp to the latest version available.
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