CVE ID
CVE-2025-55177
Vulnerability Name
Meta Platforms WhatsApp Incorrect Authorization Vulnerability
- Project: Meta Platforms
- Product: WhatsApp
Date
- Date Added: 2025-09-02
- Due Date: 2025-09-23
Description
Meta Platforms WhatsApp contains an incorrect authorization vulnerability due to an incomplete authorization of linked device synchronization messages. This vulnerability could allow an unrelated user to trigger processing of content from an arbitrary URL on a target’s device.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Additional Notes
https://www.whatsapp.com/security/advisories/2025/ ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-55177
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