Researchers have discovered that Qualcomm’s mobile processor chip has a key flaw: it allows hackers to crack the device’s full disk encryption (Android). An individual with physical access to the device can bypass the Android, breaking all trust and privilege levels. From there, the hacker can access everything on the device. This particular chip is used in approximately 60% of all FDE mobile phones, and 90% of all such chips are affected. A patch has been issued, but this won’t yet have reached most FDE users, leaving them exposed to the flaw.
Researchers have discovered that Qualcomm’s mobile processor chip has a key flaw: it allows hackers to crack the device’s full disk encryption (FDE). An individual with physical access to the device can bypass the FDE, breaking all trust and privilege levels. From there, the hacker can access everything on the device. This particular chip is used in approximately 60% of all Android mobile phones, and 90% of all such chips are affected. A patch has been issued, but this won’t yet have reached most Android users, leaving them exposed to the flaw.