This week Android 13 arrived for users Google Pixel with interesting news, however, with the release of new software, new security risks are beginning to be explored. analysts threat cloth, through the article, they revealed that criminals are developing malware that can bypass new operating system restrictions and thus gain access to elevated privileges, putting the user at risk.

The purpose of the protection system developed in this thirteenth version, through the means “Limited configuration“, will prevent attackers from carrying sideloading applications and request important permissions from Service Availability. This feature was created after several applications became available on Game Storeespecially in the last couple of years, have been used to steal user passwords through legitimate Android mechanisms.

The newly created malware was named “errorDrop“. Banking information of infected individuals, as well as other sensitive data, will be exposed, and Google’s new security mechanism may be outdated even before Android 13 by the end of this year will be extended to more smartphone models.

According to expert analysis, the new criminal approach still improving, and the situation may worsen as this project progresses. This may indicate that prior to the full rollout of Android 13, contributors are trying to develop an even more advanced feature in an effort to completely bypass the new mobile platform protections.

Android 13 is out today! Pixel phones were the first to receive
The operating system for other models will appear by the end of the year

Watch for suspicious application behavior

If the user downloads an application that requests access to features Accessibility Servicein the absence of a real need for this procedure, attention should be redoubled. QR code readers are one of the main means of disguise used by the invaders. When you install the software, you will immediately be asked to grant elevated permissions, and from that point on, the security of the device will be compromised if the victim grants privileges.

What the answer will be is still unknown. Google to try to stop this problem. What is your opinion on this matter? Share your point of view on this issue and follow our social networks!

Android 13 is coming to Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro phones
Xiaomi is recruiting 200 testers for Xiaomi 12 Pro (worldwide) and 200 testers for Xiaomi 12 (worldwide).

Source: www.threatfabric.com

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