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Bug in Facebook Messenger on Android Let Attackers Start Calls and Listen to Audio

A Google Zero security researcher discovered a Facebook Messenger bug that allowed attackers to initiate a call and begin listening as soon as it started ringing. The severity of the bug prompted Facebook to award one of the largest bounties ever. Facebook received a 90-day disclosure deadline and it released an update for the application before details become public. The proof of concept was tested on version 284.0.16.119 of Facebook Messenger for Android. Facebook says the bug is among its three highest bug bounties at $60,000.”]

Source: https://www.bitdefender.com/blog/hotforsecurity/bug-in-facebook-messenger-on-android-let-attackers-start-calls-and-listen-to-audio/

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