INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Qualcomm (Photo: Qualcomm)2 min read Last Updated : Oct 11 2024 | 4:04 PM IST
American semiconductor manufacturer Qualcomm has confirmed
that some of its chips have security vulnerabilities that have been exploited by hackers
In an announcement published on October 7, Qualcomm stated that Google Threat Analysis Group indicated a security vulnerability, identified
System-on-chips (SoCs), modems, and FastConnect connectivity modules
Notable chips mentioned include the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 flagship SoC, Snapdragon 888+, Snapdragon 660, and Snapdragon 680
This suggests that devices powered by these chips, including smartphones from brands like Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Motorola, may
be vulnerable to a security breach
and device makers to release a security patch for users
