Banking malware research uncovers Android bug that can crash-loop Pixel 10 phones
VULNERABILITYBitdefenderredteam/daily · 1 source
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What happened
Bitdefender Labs disclosed GhostMap, a flaw in how Android parses the ZIP structure of APK files, which causes a crash loop on a Pixel 10 after installation alone, with no execution or permissions required. Reproduction was confirmed on Android 17 with an August build; the article is truncated, so no CVE identifier or patch status is given. Defenders should avoid sideloading unknown APKs and monitor vendor security bulletins for a fix.
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What to do
- Avoid installing unknown or untrusted APK files, since installation alone triggers the crash loop.
- Watch for an Android or Pixel security update that addresses the GhostMap flaw.
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