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CalyxOS is back
3 days ago
- CalyxOS resumed releases after a hiatus since August 2025.
- The new version 7.2.2.0 introduces an HSM-based open-source signing solution for enhanced security.
- Infrastructure improvements include a cleaner server structure and scripts to manage AOSP updates.
- Manual steps are still required to handle AOSP changes and kernel source storage.
- Maintenance continues on device trees for LineageOS and CalyxOS due to missing Google Pixel trees.
Elevating Privileges from Firefox to Android Root
2 days ago
- First browser-to-kernel full-chain RCE on Android 17 announced.
- Source code for the exploit will be made publicly available.
- Supported kernels result in root access and wallpaper change as success signal.
- Unsupported kernels cause phone crash and reboot without permanent damage.
- Users can modify the exploit to support their own devices.
New Android security setting spots bad networks and fake cell towers
15 hours ago
- ZDNET's recommendations are based on testing, research, and independent sources, with no influence from advertisers.
- Android 17's 'Network notifications' feature alerts users when connecting to unencrypted networks or those recording device/SIM IDs to prevent data breaches.
- Enabling this feature involves turning on a slider in Settings under 'Network & internet' > 'Mobile network security'.
- The feature also includes 'Network generation' to block connections to insecure 2G networks vulnerable to spoofing attacks.

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