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Android Central
Technology
Nickolas Diaz

Google warns Android users of a zero-day software exploit causing instability

A statue of the multicolored "G" in Google on the Google campus in Mountain View.

What you need to know

  • Google is delivering a warning to Android users about a crucial zero-day exploit in the wild.
  • The issue can reportedly allow an attacker to cause widespread software instability and more if they've gained access to your phone.
  • Google has posted its February security patch notes, which includes a fix for the issue; however, OEMs are up next to deliver it to users.
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