Unisoc SC9863A Chipset That Powers Various Budget Phones Has Serious a Security Issue

Mar. 21, 2022

A mobile security firm has found a serious vulnerability in a budget-focused Unisoc chipset. The vulnerability exists in the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, which powers several budget smartphones from popular brands like Nokia, Samsung, and more. And, this very flaw can let hackers access all of your data with ease. Here are the details.

Security Vulnerability in Unisoc Chipset: Details

According to a recentreportpublished by Kryptowire, a security vulnerability in the Unisoc SC9863A chipset puts many budget phone users at risk due to its nature and if it is exploited by attackers, it could allow them to take full control of a user’s device and access their sensitive information stored on the device.

The report suggests that the security vulnerability lets attackers accesscall data, system logs, contacts, private information, text messages, and remote access to the smartphone. It can allow attackers to remotely control a device’s rear cameras for recording videos and even recording the screen.

Moreover, they can also reset a device or wipe all the data stored in it via the same remote access. This, in turn, puts the users’ privacy at stake.

So, if you are using a Unisoc SC9863A-powered device, beware of this vulnerability and wait for the OEMs and Unisoc to deliver a patch to fix it. We expect that to happen sometime soon. We will keep you in the loop, so, stay tuned for further updates.

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