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Google has released its August 2025 Android Security Bulletin, which includes patches for six vulnerabilities, two of which are classified as critical. One of these critical flaws could allow attackers to execute code on Android devices without any user interaction—making immediate updates essential for security.
Interestingly, this comes after Google skipped its July security update, the first time in nearly a decade. While the break might have been seen as a relief, it also raised concerns. During that period, Google’s AI system “Big Sleep” discovered 20 vulnerabilities in various open-source projects—reminding us of the ongoing need for vigilance.
Who’s Affected?
The updates are rolling out to Android versions 13 through 16. Although Google informs Android device manufacturers about these issues in advance—typically a month before public disclosure—patches may not be available for all devices immediately. Users should check their device’s update status manually if they haven’t received a notification.
To verify your current security status, navigate to your device’s Settings > About Phone > Software Updates. Devices that show a patch level of 2025-08-05 or later are protected against these newly disclosed threats.
Keeping your Android device updated is one of the most effective ways to defend against known exploits and maintain overall digital safety.
A Closer Look at the Critical Vulnerabilities
- CVE-2025-48530: This severe Remote Code Execution (RCE) flaw exists in the Android System and could allow attackers to run code remotely without any user action. No special permissions or interactions are required, which makes it especially dangerous. It only affects Android 16 and should be addressed as a top priority.
- CVE-2025-21479: This second critical flaw involves unauthorized command execution in the GPU micronode, which could result in memory corruption. GPU micronodes are specialized processors that handle key visual tasks within Android devices. This vulnerability was discovered in Qualcomm’s Adreno GPUs, found in billions of Android devices. It’s the second in a series of flaws identified by Qualcomm and is now addressed with this update.
