Security Flaw in AVG AntiVirus for Android Allows Location Spoofing
CVE-2012-6335

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Avg

Status
Avg Antivirus
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 December 2012

What is CVE-2012-6335?

The AVG AntiVirus for Android features an Anti-theft service that is susceptible to exploitation by nearby attackers who utilize simple GPS location spoofing tools. This vulnerability allows malicious actors to manipulate the location data sent by the device, potentially leading to unauthorized access or misuse of the device's security functionalities. Users of AVG AntiVirus should be aware of this risk and implement additional safeguards to protect their personal information from unauthorized tracking or theft.

References

http://thehackernews.com/2012/12/manufacture-based-gps-tr...
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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CVE-2012-6335 : Security Flaw in AVG AntiVirus for Android Allows Location Spoofing