Patch Now or Pay Later: Android 2025 Update

Android’s first security update of the year just dropped, tackling five critical vulnerabilities that could let attackers execute remote code without needing extra privileges.

These flaws impact Android versions 12 through 15 and could allow malicious code execution without additional privileges.

  • Critical Flaws (System Component): Tracked as CVE-2024-43096, CVE-2024-43770, CVE-2024-43771, CVE-2024-49747, and CVE-2024-49748.
  • Patch Levels: Updates arrive as 2025-01-01 and 2025-01-05 security patch levels.
    • The former resolves 24 issues, including RCE, privilege escalation, and denial-of-service vulnerabilities.
    • The latter addresses 12 flaws in MediaTek, Qualcomm, and other components.

Notable Device-Specific Update: Pixel devices received an additional patch for CVE-2024-53842, a critical baseband vulnerability. Updates for Android Automotive OS and Wear OS include patches for general flaws but exclude platform-specific issues.

If your device’s security patch says “January 5, 2025” or later, you’re in the clear. Otherwise, update now! 

While there’s no evidence that these vulnerabilities are being actively exploited yet, it’s crucial to patch them immediately—waiting could mean paying later in the form of breaches, downtime, and significant financial or reputational damage.

A secure 2025 starts here.

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