Researchers have developed a kernel-level Android rootkit in the form of a loadable
kernel module and will demonstrate the proof of concept exploit at the upcoming DefCon conference. Read the demo statement. [DefCon.org]
Researchers have developed a kernel-level Android rootkit in the form of a loadable
kernel module and will demonstrate the proof of concept exploit at the upcoming DefCon conference. Read the demo statement. [DefCon.org]
A U.S. senator is giving the four telecommunications companies until Sept. 4 to outline how they plan to better protect customer data privacy.
Researchers used AT commands to rewrite device firmware, bypass Android security mechanisms, exfiltrate sensitive device information, and unlock screens.
Researchers launched a Proof-of-Concept attack on two Android mobile phones and an embedded system board.
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