Attention Government has rung alarm bell for these Android users, to stay safe, immediately know the method of protection.

Tech News Desk – Indian Computer Emergency Response Team i.e. CERT-In has given a high-risk warning to crores of Android users, which is especially for the latest Android 15 users. According to the government’s cyber security agency, many flaws have been found in the Android operating system. Using these, hackers can attack your smartphone or tablet, which can lead to theft of sensitive information, destabilization of the device or even crash of the device.

Marked in high-risk category
CERT-In’s report (CIVN-2024-0349) has placed these flaws in the high-risk category. This warning is a matter of concern not only for individual users but also for organizations dependent on Android devices. Let us first know which devices of Android version are vulnerable to this…

Devices with this Android version are at risk
The government agency has pointed out the flaws in these Android versions…
android 12
Android 12L
android 13
android 14
android 15

How to keep yourself safe?
CERT-In has suggested some measures to avoid these dangers…
1. Update your Android device: Install security updates released by Google and device manufacturers (OEMs). For this, click on Settings > System Upgrade > Check for updates for device updates.
2. Download apps only from trusted sources: Always install apps from Google Play Store. Do not sideload apps from unverified platforms.
3. Check app permissions: Turn off permissions for apps you don’t need. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) for specific apps.
4. Turn on device encryption: Use device encryption to protect your device and data.

Use Google Play Protection
For those who don’t know, let us tell you that Google Play Protect is a great feature to keep your Android device safe. It scans the device while installing apps and identifies fake or data-stealing apps from time to time. So always keep this feature on.