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Critical Android Vulnerabilities Exploited by Criminals

Google has issued a warning about critical vulnerabilities in Android that are actively being exploited by criminals. These vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2025-48633 and CVE-2025-48572, are related to the Android Framework and could allow attackers to access sensitive data and gain control over devices.

Important updates:

  • Pixel Devices: A fix is already available for Pixel 6 and later models.
  • Samsung Devices: Samsung has released a security update, but users will receive it based on individual update schedules. For instance, devices in the S25 series follow a monthly update cycle, while others may receive updates quarterly or semi-annually.

Stay vigilant and ensure your device is updated to mitigate risks from these vulnerabilities.

Source: Forbes