Google Patches Two Actively Exploited Android Zero-Day Vulnerabilities
The April 2025 Android security update addresses 62 vulnerabilities, including critical flaws used in targeted attacks, with updates rolling out to Pixel devices and other manufacturers following suit.
- Google's April 2025 Android security update fixes two zero-day vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-53150 and CVE-2024-53197) actively exploited in targeted attacks.
- The update also patches 62 security flaws, including elevation of privilege and information disclosure vulnerabilities across various components.
- CVE-2024-53197, exploited by Cellebrite, was used in attacks against activists, including a Serbian student, highlighting risks of forensic exploitation.
- Pixel devices are receiving the update immediately, while other manufacturers like Samsung are rolling out patches, albeit with some delays.
- Google follows a coordinated patch release process, notifying partners a month in advance to synchronize updates across the Android ecosystem.