A highly significant security defect was found in Telegram’s desktop app by the security company Certik. The bug, called a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability, is extremely hazardous for users because it lets malicious individuals take over their systems through specially made media files like photos and videos.
Users should turn off scheduled media downloads in Telegram to lower this risk. To do this, go to the app’s settings, tap Advanced, and turn off the feature that downloads photos, videos, and files automatically for all chat types.
Telegram Users Face Wallet Risks
People who store cryptocurrencies or other digital assets should take action immediately. By taking advantage of this flaw, hackers could get into the operating system and compromise crypto wallets, putting funds at risk.
To get back on the ground after this kind of attack, people would probably need to use a backup, since executable code hidden in media files could cause significant losses, especially in public chats about crypto and funds.
Even though Telegram has not said anything about the issue in public yet, it is crucial to know that the flaw only affects the desktop app, especially on Windows systems. Because mobile operating systems handle executable code in different ways, the flaw has not been found on any mobile devices. But if this problem continues to exist, users could be vulnerable to having malicious code added that targets crypto wallets.
Attackers could spam users with fake pictures or videos that, when downloaded, let them into users’ systems. Because of this, users who depend on Telegram for crypto-related updates and conversations are taking on more risk.
