Android Under Fire: August Patch Fixes Critical Exploits – Update Now!
Google’s August Android security patch includes 46 fixes, notably CVE-2024-36971, a high-severity Linux kernel flaw allowing remote code execution. Update your devices immediately, as this vulnerability is already exploited by spyware vendors. Plus, don’t overlook other critical fixes, like CVE-2024-23350 in Qualcomm’s call processor. Stay secure!
Hot Take:
Another month, another patch. Google’s August Android security update is proof that even your smartphone’s software needs a summer holiday… to patch 46 security flaws, including one that lets hackers play puppet master with your device.
Key Points:
- Google’s August Android security update includes 46 fixes, highlighted by a critical Linux kernel flaw (CVE-2024-36971).
- The CVE-2024-36971 flaw can lead to remote code execution (RCE) and has been spotted in the wild, with a severity rating of 7.8/10.
- Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) discovered this vulnerability, which is often exploited by spyware vendors.
- Another critical flaw (CVE-2024-23350) exists in a Qualcomm component and can cause a permanent denial of service.
- The patch batch includes fixes for other high-severity bugs, including 11 elevation-of-privilege vulnerabilities in the Framework component.
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