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An important warning has been issued for WhatsApp users. The government has detected some security flaws in WhatsApp, taking advantage of which hackers can steal your data.
These users immediately update their WhatsApp.
Highlights
- The government warned of security flaws in WhatsApp.
- Whatsapp desktop users on windows threatened.
- Users update the app immediately.
WhatsApp Safety Performance: The government has identified security flaws in people’s favorite messaging platform WhatsApp. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-in) has issued a very serious security warning for WhatsApp desktop users. This warning is for WhatsApp desktop users on Windows, stating that cyber attackers can take advantage of a safety flaws and run arbitrary codes or make spoofing attacks, which can endanger users’ data and system safety.
The government has said that these flaws have been found in certain versions. If you also use WhatsApp, then update your app immediately. The government has said that hackers can take advantage of these flaws and enter your phone and steal your personal information.
Which users are affected?
This flaw named CVE-2025-3040 is classified as “high” severity as it can allow the attackers to access users data or get complete control over the affected system. This flaw affects desktop users who use WhatsApp on Windows to share messages, calls and media.
What to do for safety?
CERT-IN has urged Whatsapp Desktop users to update the latest version of the app from Microsoft Store on Windows. In this latest version, security flaws have been fixed. In addition, users can download this update from Whatsapp’s official website and for safety advice Can go on
