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For everyone asking about WhatsApp.

⚠️⚠️ Should I be worried about the WhatsApp vulnerability!?⠀
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No. But also yes.⠀
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So, here's the thing: even if you haven't updated to the patched version...⠀
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# # # Vulnerable WhatsApp Versions # # #⠀
Android < v2.19.134⠀
iOS < v2.19.51⠀
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# # # Vulnerable WhatsApp Business Versions # # #⠀
Android < v2.19.44⠀
iOS < v2.19.51⠀
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You're still safe. Facebook has you covered. Although they've pushed out a patch for the client, the actual vulnerability (which allowed attackers to run arbitrary code and was used to install surveillanceware on target device(s)) was fixed server-side -- so even if you haven't updated yet, you're good. ⠀
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Should you bother with updating to the newest version? Well, yeah. Facebook recommends it for a reason - they found a bug, they fixed it. It's always best to use the most recent version of an app (well...I mean, there are times where new versions are way worse than the old...but typically with *security* updates, new versions > old versions). The thing that's important to remember, though, is that the *vulnerability cannot be exploited now anyways*. So, you can rest easy.⠀
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Now, why the "yes”? I think for many this is a wake-up call to the possibility of serious mobile device exploits and the prevalence of malware in the wild. There are websites that will pay hackers literal MILLIONS of dollars for 0-day exploits. There are hackers and companies that bundle these exploits with malware that is sold to third-parties. This stuff really does happen. Example: Pegasus.⠀
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So, be vigilant: keep your devices up-to-date. You can't guard against 0-days, but many malware authors still exploit known vulns to gain access to sensitive information (just like 'PC' malware authors do, or ANY hackers). If for some reason you need to root your device...remember that you're basically giving other applications unrestricted access to your data. ⠀
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❓🔐 Have you updated your version of WhatsApp yet? Let me know in the comments. ⠀
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Spending the weekend battling sketchy adware with a debugger is much more enjoyable when you love the space you’re in. ⠀
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I’ve changed my office set-up to have my desk closer to the window and sunlights so that I have more natural light while I’m working. I can’t believe what a difference that has made to my energy level! ⠀
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What do you do to boost your productivity? ⠀
Ps. Yes, that is a streaming we**am. Stay tuned 😉
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Working on a script to “decrypt” Chinese characters to reveal a C2 server & catching up on episodes of ’s podcast (hosted by .makuch). ⠀
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On days when I don’t have meetings and am able to work from home, I find my productivity increases 10-fold. Putting my commuting time toward additional work time is incredibly valuable, and — especially in the middle of winter — has me feeling MUCH less tired than when I have to spend time standing in -15degC weather waiting for a streetcar that packs its passengers like sardines 💁🏻‍♀️⠀
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Do you ever work from home? Do you find you are more or less productive?⠀
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Getting started with ’s module on Incident Handling. ⠀
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