Hindustantimes
CERT-In Alerts on WhatsApp 'GhostPairing' Vulnerability
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The Indian cyber security agency CERT-In has identified a vulnerability in WhatsApp's device-linking feature, termed 'GhostPairing'. This flaw allows attackers to gain complete control over user accounts, including access to messages, photos, and videos on the web version of WhatsApp. Malicious actors are reportedly exploiting this vulnerability using pairing codes without authentication.
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