Indian Government Issues High-Risk Warning for Android Users

Android, the world’s most widely used mobile operating system, powers millions of smartphones, including popular brands like Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, OnePlus, and Vivo. As smartphones increasingly hold sensitive data like location and banking details, keeping the operating system updated is crucial for security. However, many users neglect updates due to data constraints, storage issues, or convenience, leaving their devices vulnerable to exploitation.

The Indian government has issued a high-severity alert for users of Android OS versions 12, 12L, 13, and 14.. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, reported that multiple vulnerabilities could allow attackers to access personal information, gain elevated privileges, or launch denial of service (DoS) attacks.

CERT-In identified flaws in various components, including the Android Framework, System, Google Play system updates, and components from Kernel, Arm, Imagination Technologies, Uniso, and Qualcomm. To protect your data, it’s crucial to update your device with the latest security patches as recommended by Google.