The Indian government issues a high-risk security warning for Samsung Galaxy phone users, citing multiple vulnerabilities affecting millions of devices across various models. The advisory, released by CERT-In on December 13, stresses the immediate need for users to update their phone's operating system or firmware to mitigate potential risks.

According to CERT-In, these vulnerabilities impact Samsung Mobile Android versions 11, 12, 13, and 14, posing serious threats such as unauthorized access to sensitive information, execution of arbitrary code, and manipulation of security features.

Potential Risks:

- Theft of SIM PIN

- Broadcasting commands with elevated privilege

- Unauthorized access to AR Emoji files

- Manipulating Knox Guard lock

- Accessing arbitrary files

- Stealing sensitive information

- Executing arbitrary code

- Compromising the targeted system

Instructions for Samsung Users:

Samsung Galaxy phone users are urged to immediately update their device's operating system and firmware to safeguard against potential cyber threats. Neglecting updates could expose devices to exploitation by hackers, leading to unauthorized access and potential data breaches. Samsung has released a fix for these vulnerabilities, and users are strongly advised to implement the updates promptly.