Tezzbuzz Desk- Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), the cyber security agency of the Government of India, has issued a serious warning for Android users. According to the agency, such flaws have been found in many versions of Android, taking advantage of which hackers can hack the phone even without clicking on any link.
Which Android versions and phones are at risk?
According to the report of CERT-In, this threat is present in many latest versions of Android, including Android 14, Android 15, Android 16, Android 16 QPR2. Smartphones of many popular brands running on these versions are also at risk, like Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo, OnePlus, Realme, Google Pixel devices i.e. if your phone is working on these versions, then you need to be alert immediately.
How does this dangerous hacking method work?
According to CERT-In, many serious vulnerabilities have been found in the framework and hardware components of the Android system. taking advantage of these flaws
- Hacker can run dangerous code in the phone without permission.
- Your phone may crash suddenly.
- Personal data may be leaked.
- The hacker can get complete control of the device.
What is most worrying is that this attack does not require the user to click a link or download an app—it could be a completely “silent attack.”
How to avoid this cyber threat?
To avoid this big danger, it is very important to adopt some important precautions:
update phone immediately
Go to your phone’s settings and install the latest system updates and security patches.
Download only trusted apps
Download apps only from Google Play Store, avoid third-party sources.
Keep an eye on security alerts
Do not ignore updates and warnings that come from time to time.
Be alert for suspicious activities
If you notice any abnormality in the behavior of the phone, investigate immediately.
Negligence can prove costly
This cyber threat is very serious because even though there is no fault of the user, the phone can still be hacked. In such a situation, it is important that you remain alert and adopt safety measures in time. Remember, a small update can save your data and privacy from big danger.
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