Firmware attacks aren't widespread and are usually highly targeted -- but Google is reacting to what it describes as a rise in cybersecurity research that uncovers vulnerabilities in Android firmware.

Google has presented a plan to strengthen the firmware security on secondary Android SoCs (systems on a chip) by introducing mechanisms like control flow integrity, memory safety systems, and ...

Google says it's working on a new way to boost the security of its Android operating system by reinforcing it at the level closest to the actual ...

Cyber criminals currently exploiting vulnerabilities in Android phones.

Since firmware exploits can happen everywhere, Android was reminded that it should bring an auto-reboot feature that will make firmware exploitation a chore.

Android Police speaks with Sally Jeong, Samsung's VP of Android Framework R&D about the innovative ways the company pushes updates.