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Millions of Android users put on red alert and told to delete these popular apps now


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Published in Science and Technology on Monday, December 2nd 2024 at 3:02 GMT by Tim Hastings   Print publication without navigation

  • Millions of Android users are being warned to stay alert and check their devices for a new type of threat. This scary warning, which has been issued by the security team at McAfee, comes after a huge number of Android users have been targeted by so-called SpyLoan attacks.

The article from Express.co.uk discusses a significant security threat to millions of Android users, highlighting that over 15 million devices could be at risk due to vulnerabilities in outdated software. It explains that Google has released security patches to address these issues, but many users have not updated their devices, leaving them susceptible to cyber attacks. The article mentions specific vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-32896, which allows attackers to bypass security measures, and CVE-2024-23706, which could enable remote code execution. It also notes that while Google has provided fixes, the responsibility falls on device manufacturers and users to apply these updates. The piece urges Android users to check for and install the latest software updates to protect their devices from potential hacks and data breaches.

Read the Full Daily Express Article at:
[ https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/science-technology/1983232/millions-of-android-users-put ]

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