Telegram has downplayed the seriousness of an exploit that allowed researchers to access the camera systems of Apple macOS devices. The exploit could grant access to the device’s camera and enable the recording and saving of the files. However, Telegram spokesperson Remi Vaughn stated that Telegram users are not at risk by default, as the exploit requires malware to be installed on their systems. Telegram made changes to address the exploit, and the updated version received approval from the Apple App Store. Additionally, Telegram introduced a feature in December 2022 that allows users to create accounts using blockchain-based anonymous numbers to enhance privacy and security.