Govt Alert: Update Android Now to Avoid Major Security Breach
CERT-In raises alarm on Android flaws affecting millions. Devices from Samsung, Xiaomi, Pixel and more at risk. Update immediately for safety.
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India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has warned Android users of serious vulnerabilities that could put millions of smartphones in the country at risk. The advisory, listed under Vulnerability Note CIVN-2025-0202, highlights multiple flaws that require urgent software updates.
The warning applies to Android versions 13 through 16, including the newest release. According to CERT-In, attackers could exploit these weaknesses to gain control of devices, steal personal and financial information, install harmful code, or trigger denial-of-service (DoS) crashes.
The security flaws have been identified in a wide range of Android components. These include the Framework, Android Runtime, System, Widevine DRM, Project Mainline, Kernel, and chip-level elements tied to Arm, Imagination Technologies, MediaTek, and Qualcomm hardware, including proprietary Qualcomm software.
Since Android dominates India’s smartphone market, the risks are widespread. Vulnerabilities at the operating system and chipset layers mean the impact is not confined to one manufacturer. Devices from Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, Realme, Oppo, Vivo, Motorola, and Google Pixel could all be exposed.
CERT-In has urged users to act without delay:
* Install the latest security patch provided by the device manufacturer.
* Verify the patch level in Settings. Versions dated 2025-09-01 or 2025-09-05 indicate protection against the reported issues.
* Enable Google Play Protect and avoid sideloading apps or clicking unverified links.
* Watch for warning signs such as overheating, rapid battery loss, or unusual pop-ups.
