CVE-2021-27205
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2021-27205 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Telegram before 7.4 (212543) Stable on macOS stores the local copy of self-destructed messages in a sandbox path, leading to sensitive 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 copy of self-destructed messages in a sandbox path, leading to sensitive information disclosure.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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=Go-4srm_1fQExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.inputzero.io/2020/12/telegram-privacy-fails-again.htmlThird Party Advisory
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Go-4srm_1fQExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27205?
Telegram before 7.4 (212543) Stable on macOS stores the local copy of self-destructed messages in a sandbox path, leading to sensitive information disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2021-27205?
CVE-2021-27205 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-2021-27205?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-27205?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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