Google Warns Android Users Of A Zero-Day Vulnerability

Google recently released the February 2025 security bulletin, warning users about identifying a zero-day vulnerability within Android. That vulnerability could reportedly lead to limited, targeted exploitation. The company has labeled the exploited vulnerability as CVE-2024-53104, with a “High” severity.

Google warns Android users of a zero-day vulnerability causing out-of-bounds memory issues

Folks over at Forbes reported on the identified vulnerability. Per the report, it could allow threat actors to trigger memory instability, alter video frames, etc. Google, while noting the security vulnerability, mentions that it could “lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed.”

Let’s not forget that the reported issue with high severity also poses a big threat to Android’s Linux kernel. Since the issue affects every Android device around the globe, it’s important to update them as soon as possible.

While Google is dropping the update, other OEMs have yet to push it to their users soon. Given how closely Google and Samsung work together, it’s a surprise to see the latter being mum about the “CVE-2024-53104” labeled vulnerability.

Samsung recently detailed the February 2025 security update for Galaxy devices, but there’s no mention of it. In fact, the very first and big update to One UI 7 on the Galaxy S25 series only bumps the security update up to December 2024. We hope that the latest security patch reaches the latest Samsung phones as soon as possible.

A critical vulnerability affecting Qualcomm-powered devices

As if Google’s warning for the existing vulnerability wasn’t enough, the publication further reported on an additional “Critical” vulnerability, CVE-2024-45569. This one reportedly involves devices with Qualcomm tech. It apparently allows attackers to gain remote access to your device.

The vulnerability seems to have affected no one as of now. However, it’s safe to say that there could be a fix incoming for this one too. As the cybersecurity space is getting updated with new technology, attackers are finding new ways to target their victims. So, it’s best to stay safe and secure by updating your devices as soon as a new software update is available.