Stop with the fud. You sound like you are making excuses for being an iOS user.

Malicious firmware embedded or upgraded in hardware need an interface within the running software of the device to send information back to the threat is performing the surveillance, it doesn't provide much of a stealth benefit. Many cases of malicious firmware have a stage that involves using injecting malware in the operating system, and making connections to a server to perform the command and control stage of a cyber attack. This connection would be needed so the C2 could recieve instructions, or for the target device to send information about itself. It must add presence into the operating system to access data from it, which makes it detectable.

It seems Android 15 is going to be tightening up! #Android #Google #Privacy

“Android is changing as Google narrows the gap to iPhone. For many longtime Android users, these changes will land badly as their phones lock down for the first time.”

“It adds unsafe connection protection and live threat detection, using AI to monitor how an app actually behaves on your phone, flagging risks before any central monitoring has picked up issues.”

“Android 15's new sideloading restrictions could signal a shift for the Android ecosystem,”

“These tighter security measures protect average users from malicious apps but risk alienating power users, amateur developers, modders, and enthusiasts who depend on Android's flexibility.”

Buying a flight while scrolling social media.

#RealLifeBitcoin

Being stupid can get you killed. This woman says they can't leave because her car in in the garage, the power is out and "the door is electric".

For the love of God pull the release cord and open the door Karen!