CVE-2025-30259

Description

The WhatsApp cloud service before late 2024 did not block certain crafted PDF content that can defeat a sandbox protection mechanism and consequently allow remote access to messaging applications by third parties, as exploited in the wild in 2024 for installation of Android malware associated with BIGPRETZEL.

3.5

CVSS

Severity: Low

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.03%

Affected: Meta WhatsApp cloud service

References

Link	Tags
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/whatsapp-patched-zero-day-flaw-used-in-paragon-spyware-attacks/
https://citizenlab.ca/2025/03/a-first-look-at-paragons-proliferating-spyware-operations/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-30259?: CVE-2025-30259 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-30259?: To fix CVE-2025-30259, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-30259 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-30259 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-30259?: CVE-2025-30259 affects Meta WhatsApp cloud service.

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