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Discovering a Zero-Day Telegram for Android Exploit: The Story of EvilVideo
17 Sep 2024
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Have you heard about EvilVideo? It’s not a Hollywood movie, but a real-life exploit discovered by ESET researcher Lukáš Štefanko in the Android version of Telegram. In our latest podcast episode, Lukáš shares his journey of uncovering this zero-day vulnerability, which allowed attackers to distribute malicious files disguised as videos.
In a conversation with ESET Distinguished Researcher Aryeh Goretsky, Lukáš delves into the specifics of EvilVideo, highlighting how it targeted Telegram’s Android app exclusively and could potentially lead to the installation of various types of malware.
Curious about Telegram’s response to this security flaw, the impact on users, and how organizations can enhance their cybersecurity posture? Tune in to our podcast for all the details.
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