How severe is CVE-2020-25824?

CVE-2020-25824 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over physical access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2020-25824 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-25824?

CVE-2020-25824 affects Telegram Telegram Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-25824?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2020-25824 published?

CVE-2020-25824 was published on 2020-10-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-25824

CVE-2020-25824 is a low-severity vulnerability in Telegram Telegram Desktop with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 2.4)
CVSS v2: 2.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (42nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-306
Affected product: Telegram Telegram Desktop
Published: 2020-10-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Telegram Desktop through 2.4.3 does not require passcode entry upon pushing the Export key within the Export Telegram Data wizard. The threat model is a victim who has voluntarily opened Export Wizard but is then distracted. An attacker then approaches the unattended desktop and pushes the Export key. This attacker may consequently gain access to all chat conversation and media files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-25824?: Telegram Desktop through 2.4.3 does not require passcode entry upon pushing the Export key within the Export Telegram Data wizard. The threat model is a victim who has voluntarily opened Export Wizard but is then distracted. An attacker then approaches the unattended desktop and pushes the Export key. This attacker may consequently gain access to all chat conversation and media files.
How severe is CVE-2020-25824?: CVE-2020-25824 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over physical access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-25824 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-25824?: CVE-2020-25824 affects Telegram Telegram Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-25824?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2020-25824 published?: CVE-2020-25824 was published on 2020-10-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:telegram:telegram_desktop:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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