CVE-2021-27204
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2021-27204 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Telegram before 7.4 (212543) Stable on macOS stores the local passcode in cleartext, leading to information disclosure.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Telegram before 7.4 (212543) Stable on macOS stores the local passcode in cleartext, leading to information disclosure.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Telegram | Telegram | < 7.4.0 |
References
- https://www.inputzero.io/2020/12/telegram-privacy-fails-again.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEt-_5b4OaAExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.inputzero.io/2020/12/telegram-privacy-fails-again.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEt-_5b4OaAExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27204?
Telegram before 7.4 (212543) Stable on macOS stores the local passcode in cleartext, leading to information disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2021-27204?
CVE-2021-27204 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27204?
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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