Russian zero-day seller is offering up to $4 million for Telegram exploits

Exploitation of Telegram for Vulnerabilities

Operation Zero is actively seeking vulnerabilities in the popular messaging app Telegram, offering substantial bounties for various types of exploits, including up to $4 million for a full chain of exploits. Given Telegram's prominence among users in Russia and Ukraine, this focus highlights the weaponization of technology in geopolitical conflicts. The company’s approach reflects a broader trend in the zero-day market, where exploit brokers target high-demand applications at the request of government clients, suggesting a strategic alignment with national interests. Moreover, vulnerabilities like remote code execution (RCE) are particularly sought after, as they allow hackers to control devices remotely, making them highly valuable in cybersecurity circles.