Telegram Users Beware: Potential Vulnerability Exposes You to Attacks

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Telegram Users Beware: Potential Vulnerability Exposes You to Attacks

 

A recent report by blockchain security firm CertiK raises concerns about a potential vulnerability within the Telegram messaging app. This "high-risk vulnerability," as CertiK describes it, could leave users susceptible to remote code execution (RCE) attacks.

 

According to CertiK's findings, the vulnerability appears to lie within Telegram Desktop's media processing capabilities. Hackers could potentially exploit this issue by sending specially crafted media files, such as images or videos, that trigger malicious code on the recipient's device.

 

Protecting Yourself:

While the full extent of the vulnerability remains under investigation, CertiK offers a simple solution to mitigate the risk. Users can disable the auto-download feature within the Telegram Desktop application. Here's how:

 

Open Telegram Desktop and navigate to "Settings."

 

Click on "Advanced."

 

Locate the "Automatic Media Download" section.

 

Disable auto-download for "Photos," "Videos," and "Files" across all chat types (Private chats, Groups, and Channels).

 

By taking these steps, users can significantly reduce their exposure to potential attacks through this vulnerability.

 

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