February 3rd 2025.
Have you ever sent a photo to someone and then wished you could take it back? Well, WhatsApp's "View Once" feature was created just for that purpose - to let users send images that automatically delete after they have been seen. But unfortunately, a recent glitch has been causing these supposedly private photos to remain visible even after they are supposed to disappear.
This has been a major cause for concern, as people want to make sure their private photos stay private. The glitch has been affecting iPhone users, who have been advised to urgently update their WhatsApp to version 25.2.3. The glitch was discovered by a security researcher named Ramshath, who found a way to bypass the "View Once" feature without any technical knowledge.
Ramshath reported the issue to WhatsApp's parent company, Meta, through their bug bounty program. This program rewards anyone who can identify and report issues that have not yet been identified. However, when Ramshath received a response from Meta, he was disappointed to find out that the company was already aware of the issue internally and therefore, his report did not qualify for a reward.
While Ramshath was personally disappointed, he also highlighted the importance of collaboration in identifying and fixing such issues. He stated that even the most well thought-out features can have flaws and it is important to work together to identify and fix them.
For those who have not yet updated their app, it is highly recommended to do so, especially if you have an iPhone. The "View Once" feature is meant to provide a sense of privacy, and it is crucial for it to function properly to maintain user confidence. To update the app, simply go to the app store, navigate to WhatsApp, and click on "update".
Meanwhile, Instagram, which is also owned by Meta, has been facing backlash for its new feature that displays the photos your friends have liked on a separate tab. While likes were already public, they were not easily accessible in this way before. This has raised concerns about privacy and the possibility of people seeing what they should not be seeing.
In conclusion, it is important for features that promise privacy to deliver on their word. Any flaws in these features can put user confidence at risk. Therefore, it is crucial for companies to work together and address these issues promptly. So, if you are an iPhone user and have not yet updated your WhatsApp, it is time to do so to ensure your private photos stay private. And for those on Instagram, it may be a good idea to review your liked photos before they become public knowledge.
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