Android Phone Vulnerability Could Allow Hackers to Access Your Device in Seconds

The MediaTek vulnerability affecting 875 million Android phones allows SIM card exploits to bypass lock screens in seconds.

Android 17 will protect you from apps that deceptively gain accessibility permissions

The move could impact some popular apps ...

Android 17 Beta 2 shows Google borrowing security features from Chrome OS

Google starts preparing for Android to get the same memory protections as Chrome OS when using Thunderbolt accessories.

Android 17 Beta 2 starts clamping down on apps that misuse accessibility services

Android 17 Beta 2 now enables a stricter Advanced Protection feature that clamps down on apps that aren't classified as ...
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Android 17 Blocks Non-Accessibility Apps from Accessibility API to Prevent Malware Abuse

Android 17 blocks non-accessibility apps from the Accessibility API in Advanced Protection Mode, reducing malware abuse and the attack surface.
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Android 16 could offer easy access to parental control settings

Summary: Google is reportedly planning to offer an easier way to access parental control settings in Android 16. According to a report, Android 16 Beta 4 has a hidden “Supervision” page within the ...