Pwn2Own Ireland 2025 saw over $1 million in rewards for hacking various devices, but a key WhatsApp exploit was withdrawn last minute. The event disclosed 73 new vulnerabilities, highlighting ongoing security challenges in connected systems. #WhatsApp #ZeroDayVulnerabilities
Keypoints
- The highest payout was $100,000 for exploits targeting QNAP router and NAS devices.
- Two Samsung Galaxy S25 exploit chains earned $50,000 each.
- Researchers received up to $40,000 for hacking cameras, printers, and smart home devices.
- A researcher withdrew from demonstrating a $1 million WhatsApp exploit due to concerns over readiness.
- Meta remains interested in the WhatsApp exploit, with findings undergoing initial assessment by ZDI analysts.
Read More: https://www.securityweek.com/pwn2own-whatsapp-hacker-says-exploit-privately-reported-to-meta/