ANDROID users have been urged to ensure their smartphone is up-to-date after a bunch of security vulnerabilities were uncovered.
Fortunately there are a load of experts on the hunt for any security loopholes that flag them before criminals have a chance to exploit.Samsung phones to receive free Android 15 upgrade - check full list of devices
The tech giant says the most severe of these issues is a high security vulnerability known as a remote code execution, which basically means a hacker could meddle with your handset installing dubious software without needing physical access to the phone.It's always best to ensure you have automatic updates switched on so you receive any fixes immediately when they're released.
You should also ensure you have Google Play Protect switched on, as this will deal with dubious apps that come up.
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