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| WhatsApp “Surveillance Tool” For 13 Years - Telegram Founder |
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Telegram founder Pavel Durov claims WhatsApp hackers can easily access all users’ data simply by sending a malicious video or video call after the Meta-owned messenger admitted another security issue last week.
Almost identical WhatsApp security issues were discovered in 2017, 2018, 2019 and yet another one in 2020. Prior to 2016, WhatsApp didn't have encryption at all.
On his Telegram channel, Durov claimed these issues “are planted backdoors. If one backdoor is discovered and has to be removed, another one is added. Having WhatsApp installed creates a door to get into your phone.”
“Telegram doesn't need additional promotion… but do stay away from WhatsApp – it has now been a surveillance tool for 13 years.”
