WhatsApp revealed an error that allowed attack by Apple users

WhatsApp recently corrected the security error from its iOS and Mac customers. It allowed attacks without clicking on the link.

WhatsApp vulnerability, Xrust reported, was used to spread the perfect spy software. It was aimed at representatives of «civil society.» The contingent of charitable organizations, NGOs and journalists is implied. The illegal activity has continued since May.

The vulnerability has received the designation CVE-2025-55177. She represented the possibility of bypassing authorization in the versions of WhatsApp for iOS and Mac. Attackers distributed the content they need from users. It was a hack «with a zero click.» That is, users did not need to press the link or perform any actions that launch the attack.

Experts warn that the Apple's vulnerability used in the rampage is in the main library of images. This means that an attack is possible through other applications, in addition to WhatsApp.

Xrust WhatsApp revealed an error that allowed attack by Apple users