WhatsApp Local Storage Claim Raises Apple Privacy Questions
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Researchers claim WhatsApp stores some chat databases unencrypted in a shared app container on macOS and iOS, potentially exposing local message content if device protections, backups, or an OS vulnerability (e.g., CVE-2026-28910) are exploited; WABetaInfo disputes broad cross-app access and frames the container as protected under normal system permissions and intended for migration between WhatsApp apps. Organizations should treat this as an endpoint/mobile device management concern and enforce strong device access controls, up-to-date OS versions, and encrypted backups.
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