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Google fixes actively exploited FreeType flaw on Android
Google has released the May 2025 security updates for Android with fixes for 45 security flaws, including an actively exploited zero-click FreeType 2 code execution vulnerability. FreeType is a popular open-source font rendering library that displays and programmatically adds text to images. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-27363, is a high-severity arbitrary code execution bug discovered by […]
Russian army targeted by new Android malware hidden in mapping app
A new Android malware has been discovered hidden inside trojanized versions of the Alpine Quest mapping app, which is reportedly used by Russian soldiers as part of war zone operational planning. Attackers promote the trojanized app as a free, cracked version of the premium Alpine Quest Pro, using Telegram channels and Russian app catalogs for distribution. […]
Google adds Android auto-reboot to block forensic data extractions
Google is rolling out a new security mechanism on Android devices that will automatically reboot locked, unused devices after three consecutive days of inactivity, restoring memory to an encrypted state. Although the tech giant has not commented on the exact motives behind the addition of this feature, it is expected to make data extraction by […]
Google fixes Android zero-days exploited in attacks, 60 other flaws
Google has released patches for 62 vulnerabilities in Android’s April 2025 security update, including two zero-days exploited in targeted attacks. One of the zero-days, a high-severity privilege escalation security vulnerability (CVE-2024-53197) in the Linux kernel’s USB-audio driver for ALSA Devices, was reportedly exploited by Serbian authorities to unlock confiscated Android devices as part of a zero-day exploit chain developed […]
Europcar GitLab breach exposes data of up to 200,000 customers
A hacker breached the GitLab repositories of multinational car-rental company Europcar Mobility Group and stole source code for Android and iOS applications, as well as some personal information belonging to up to 200,000 customers. The actor tried to extort the company by threatening to publish 37GB of data that includes backups and details about the […]
Verizon Call Filter API flaw exposed customers’ incoming call history
A vulnerability in Verizon’s Call Filter feature allowed customers to access the incoming call logs for another Verizon Wireless number through an unsecured API request. The flaw was discovered by security researcher Evan Connelly on February 22, 2025, and was fixed by Verizon sometime in the following month. However, the total period of exposure is unknown. Verizon’s Call […]
Counterfeit Android devices found preloaded with Triada malware
A new version of the Triada trojan has been discovered preinstalled on thousands of new Android devices, allowing threat actors to steal data as soon as they are set up. Kaspersky researchers report that this campaign mainly impacts Russian users, with at least 2,600 confirmed infections from March 13 to 27, 2025, based on visibility from […]
New Crocodilus malware steals Android users’ crypto wallet keys
A newly discovered Android malware dubbed Crocodilus tricks users into providing the seed phrase for the cryptocurrency wallet using a warning to back up the key to avoid losing access. Although Crocodilus is a new banking malware, it features fully developed capabilities to take control of the device, harvest data, and remote control. Researchers at fraud prevention company […]
New Android malware uses Microsoft’s .NET MAUI to evade detection
New Android malware campaigns use Microsoft’s cross-platform framework .NET MAUI while disguising as legitimate services to evade detection. The tactic was observed by McAfee’s Mobile Research Team, a member of the App Defense Alliance dedicated to enhancing Android security. Although the apps McAfee observed target users in China and India, uncovering the attacks is important […]
Malicious Android ‘Vapor’ apps on Google Play installed 60 million times
Over 300 malicious Android applications downloaded 60 million items from Google Play acted as adware or attempted to steal credentials and credit card information. The operation was first uncovered by IAS Threat Lab, who categorized the malicious activity under the name “Vapor” and said it has been ongoing since early 2024. IAS identified 180 apps as part […]