WhatsApp has launched an update enhancing user privacy by introducing a new profile photo visibility option, “My Contacts Except.” This feature allows users to hide their profile pictures from specific individuals without blocking them. Users can also choose existing options like “Everyone,” “My Contacts,” and “Nobody.” This aligns with WhatsApp’s commitment to user security amidst growing privacy concerns.

IXON VPN Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Gain Access to Windows & Linux Systems
A security assessment by Shelltrail revealed three critical vulnerabilities in the IXON VPN client, allowing privilege escalation on Windows and Linux. Identified as CVE-2025-ZZZ-01, CVE-2025-ZZZ-02,