Oops, Verizon’s Call Filter Glitch Could’ve Dialed Up a Privacy Disaster!

A Verizon mobile app glitch could have allowed hackers to access millions of call records. Discovered by Evan Connelly, the flaw let attackers request call data for any number. Verizon Call Filter’s vulnerability was patched, but with 140 million subscribers, that’s a lot of “who’s calling who?” drama avoided.

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Oops, Verizon did it again! Just when you thought your call history was safe, a vulnerability in the Verizon Call Filter app could have turned your phone into a gossip column for hackers. It’s like leaving your diary open on the kitchen table at a family reunion. Let’s just say, your call logs have never been more popular!

Key Points:

  • Vulnerability in Verizon’s Call Filter app could expose call records.
  • Flaw allowed arbitrary phone numbers to access call history.
  • Impacted iOS devices and possibly all Verizon customers.
  • Exposed data includes phone numbers and timestamps, not personal details.
  • Verizon patched the issue and appreciates responsible disclosure.

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