CVE-2014-8688
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.34%
Last modified
CVE-2014-8688 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Telegram Messenger 2.6 for iOS and 1.8.2 for Android. Secret chat messages are available in cleartext in process memory and a .db file.. EPSS estimates a 1.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Telegram Messenger 2.6 for iOS and 1.8.2 for Android. Secret chat messages are available in cleartext in process memory and a .db file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Telegram | Messenger | 2.6 |
| Telegram | Messenger | 1.8.2 |
References
- https://blog.zimperium.com/telegram-hack/Third Party Advisory
- https://blog.zimperium.com/telegram-hack/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-8688?
An issue was discovered in Telegram Messenger 2.6 for iOS and 1.8.2 for Android. Secret chat messages are available in cleartext in process memory and a .db file.
How severe is CVE-2014-8688?
CVE-2014-8688 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8688?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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