CVE-2023-38538: Race Condition
First published: Wed Oct 04 2023(Updated: )
A race condition in an event subsystem led to a heap use-after-free issue in established 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 | <2.2320.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-38538.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38538?
The severity of CVE-2023-38538 is medium.
What is the description of CVE-2023-38538?
CVE-2023-38538 is a race condition in an event subsystem that led to a heap use-after-free issue in established audio/video calls. It could have resulted in app termination or unexpected control flow with very low probability.
What software is affected by CVE-2023-38538?
The affected software is Whatsapp Whatsapp desktop for Windows, version up to exclusive 2.2320.2.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38538?
To fix CVE-2023-38538, update Whatsapp Whatsapp desktop for Windows to version 2.2320.3 or higher. Follow the instructions provided by Whatsapp for updating your software.
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