Google spies on Android device users, starting from even before they have logged in to their Google account.
Tag: Android
A week in security (March 3 – March 9)
A list of topics we covered in the week of March 3 to March 9 of 2025
Android zero-day vulnerabilities actively abused. Update as soon as you can
Android’s March 2025 security update includes two zero-days which are under active exploitation in targeted attacks.
Android happy to check your nudes before you forward them
The Android app SafetyCore was silently installed and looks at incoming and outgoing pictures to check their decency.
Phishing evolves beyond email to become latest Android app threat
Android phishing apps are the latest, critical threat for Android users, putting their passwords in danger of new, sneaky tricks of theft.
Update your Android: Google patches two zero-day vulnerabilities
Google has released patches for two zero-days and a lot of other high level vulnerabilities.
Android users targeted on Facebook and porn sites, served adware
ThreatDown research has uncovered a campaign that spreads annoying adware for Android devices.
Android vulnerability used in targeted attacks patched by Google
Google has issued security updates for 46 vulnerabilities, including a patch for a remote code execution flaw which has been used in limited targeted attacks.
Explained: Android overlays and how they are used to trick people
Despite existing countermeasures, Android overlays are still used in malware attacks and phishing. What are they and what can we do?
How to turn off location tracking on Android
This post explains how to disable various location services on Android devices.