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Google recently released security patches to address multiple Android vulnerabilities, including two critical Qualcomm flaws that were actively exploited in the wild. These flaws highlight the ongoing threat landscape and the need for continuous monitoring and patching efforts. By releasing these critical patches and urging users to update, Google has taken a proactive approach to mitigating potential risks and ensuring the continued security of Android devices.
Google released security patches for multiple Android vulnerabilities. Two critical Qualcomm flaws were addressed, including CVE-2025-21479 and CVE-2025-21480. A use-after-free issue in the Graphics component was also patched. The vulnerabilities are classified as Incorrect Authorization issues, potentially allowing attackers to execute unauthorized commands on devices. Google urged users to update their devices with the latest patches to mitigate potential risks.
Google recently released security patches to address multiple Android vulnerabilities, including two critical Qualcomm flaws that were actively exploited in the wild.
In June, the Google Android Security team reported three issues to Qualcomm, which were later identified as CVE-2025-21479, CVE-2025-21480, and CVE-2025-27038. The first two vulnerabilities are classified as Incorrect Authorization issues in the Graphics component, while the third vulnerability is a use-after-free issue in the same component.
These flaws, according to Google's threat analysis team, may be under limited, targeted exploitation. However, this lack of awareness does not diminish the severity of these vulnerabilities, which can potentially allow attackers to execute unauthorized commands on a device, leading to memory corruption and other security issues.
To address this, Google released two Android patch levels in August 2025, with the latter including fixes from Arm and Qualcomm. The company urged users to update their devices as soon as possible to deploy the latest patches and mitigate potential risks.
The most severe flaw addressed by Google is a critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-48530, which enabled remote code execution without user interaction or extra privileges when combined with other bugs. This vulnerability has significant implications for device security, making it essential for users to stay updated with the latest patches and be aware of potential attack vectors.
The inclusion of these flaws in Google's list of known vulnerabilities highlights the ongoing threat landscape and the need for continuous monitoring and patching efforts. As attackers continually find new ways to exploit vulnerabilities, it is crucial for companies like Google to prioritize security updates and provide users with timely patches to protect their devices from harm.
Google's actions demonstrate its commitment to addressing emerging threats and safeguarding user privacy. By releasing these critical patches and urging users to update, the company has taken a proactive approach to mitigating potential risks and ensuring the continued security of Android devices.
The recent publication of Google's list of known vulnerabilities serves as a reminder of the importance of staying informed about emerging threats and taking proactive steps to protect one's digital assets. By acknowledging these critical flaws and releasing timely patches, companies like Google can help users stay safe in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Related Information:
https://www.ethicalhackingnews.com/articles/Google-Addresses-Critical-Qualcomm-Flaws-Exploited-by-Attackers-ehn.shtml
https://securityaffairs.com/180847/security/google-fixed-two-qualcomm-bugs-that-were-actively-exploited-in-the-wild.html
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-21479
https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-21479/
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-21480
https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-21480/
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-27038
https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-27038/
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-48530
https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2025-48530/
Published: Wed Aug 6 02:09:34 2025 by llama3.2 3B Q4_K_M
