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#4 BleepingComputer general October 31, 2026 at 15:35 UTC

New Android SMS of Death exploit can remotely crash unpatched phones

By Lawrence Abrams

AI Summary

A proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2026-58882, dubbed 'SMS of Death,' has been published, enabling remote attackers to crash or disrupt cellular service on unpatched Android devices by sending a specially crafted SMS. The vulnerability affects Android phones that have not yet received the relevant security patch, and the public PoC significantly lowers the bar for exploitation. Android device administrators should prioritize deploying available patches and assess exposure across their mobile device fleets.

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