Forensics experts claim that Android is easier to hack than iPhones
Date
7/22/2024 4:36:12 AM
(MENAFN) According to a report by 404 Media, Android phones may be more susceptible to hacking and surveillance than iPhones, based on leaked documents from the Israeli digital intelligence firm Cellebrite. The leaked documents, intended for Cellebrite's clients, include a "Cellebrite IOS Support Matrix" and an "Android Support Matrix," which were reportedly shared by an anonymous source. These documents indicate a disparity in the security vulnerabilities between the two types of devices.
The issue of cellphone security and privacy has gained prominence recently, especially after the FBI disclosed that it had successfully accessed the phone of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the suspect in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. However, the FBI did not reveal the specific type of device used by Crooks.
For several years, there have been reports about the widespread use of Israeli spyware, such as Pegasus, to gain unauthorized access to the phones of thousands of politicians, journalists, activists, and business leaders around the world. This spyware enables hackers to read messages, view photos, track locations, and even activate cameras and microphones without the owner's knowledge.
The leaked Cellebrite documents reportedly shed light on the relative ease with which Android phones can be hacked compared to iPhones, raising concerns about the security of these devices for users globally.
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