WhatsApp is a popular messaging application owned by Meta that has been in the spotlight for various security concerns in the past. The app has over two billion active users and is widely used around the world.

A Twitter Engineer found the bug on his Pixel 7 Pro

Recently, several users reported a bug in the app that allowed it to access the microphone even after the app had been closed. The issue was brought to the spotlight by a Twitter engineer who noticed it happening on his Pixel 7 Pro. The bug appears to be affecting several Android devices, including different Samsung and Pixel models, as well as several different versions of the Android app.

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This bug is concerning for users who are worried about their privacy and security. In several of these reports, microphone activity from the app has been spotted in Android’s Privacy Dashboard as well as through the visible green dot notification on the Android status bar. This means that even when the user thinks that they have closed the app, it is still accessing their microphone, potentially recording their conversations without their knowledge or consent.

WhatsApp has responded to these reports by claiming that the issue lies with Android and not the app itself. They state that this seems to be a bug on Android that misattributed information in the privacy dashboard and have asked Google to investigate further. Unfortunately, WhatsApp’s response came after Elon Musk took to his Twitter account to share his opinion on the matter, accusing the company of not being trustworthy.

This latest bug has raised concerns about the app’s security and privacy features, further eroding users’ trust in the app. It is crucial that Google investigate the issue and address it as soon as possible to ensure users’ privacy and security are protected.

While WhatsApp is a popular messaging app, it is important to stay vigilant and aware of any potential security issues. Users should regularly check their app permissions and settings to ensure that their data is being protected.

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