Security vulnerabilities on Android devices are unfortunately commonplace, but a recent discovery from Microsoft highlights a worrying new threat.
Android users, prepare yourself: a new threat is looming over your favorite operating system. Recent findings from Microsoft’s security team highlight a serious vulnerability, known as the “Dirty Stream” attack.
Here is an additional threat, as if there was no shortage of threats on Android.
A type flaw File Overwrite
This technique targets vulnerabilities of type File Overwritewhich manipulate the flow of data between applications to execute unauthorized code and steal sensitive data.
More precisely, This attack takes advantage of the file sharing mechanism between Android applications, transforming a seemingly mundane functionality into a formidable weapon in the hands of cybercriminals. Here we are talking about the very popular WPS Office application. Particularly, if you have Xiaomi File Manager.
Microsoft, which identified this threat, highlights the potential of the “Dirty Stream” attack in terms of the number of vulnerable applications.
With over four billion installations, several popular apps on the Google Play Store are exposed to this security flaw. These applications, often used daily by Android users, thus become potential vectors for malicious attacks.
So what to do?
For Android users, prevention remains the best defense against the “Dirty Stream” attack and other similar security vulnerabilities.
Keep your apps up to date and avoid downloading apps from unofficial sources are simple, but effective measures to reduce risks.
