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Landfall Android Spyware Exploits Samsung Zero-Day (CVE-2025-21042)

Friday, March 27, 2026
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https://www.securityweek.com/landfall-android-spyware-targeted-samsung-phones-via-zero-day/

Summary

Android spyware targeting Samsung devices via zero-day in image processing library. Delivered through WhatsApp with malicious DNG images. Enables microphone recording, location tracking, data exfiltration.

Threat Analysis

Android spyware targeting Samsung devices via zero-day in image processing library. Delivered through WhatsApp with malicious DNG images. Enables microphone recording, location tracking, data exfiltration.

**Associated CVEs:** CVE-2025-21042

**Source:** https://www.securityweek.com/landfall-android-spyware-targeted-samsung-phones-via-zero-day/

**Recommended Actions:** - Apply security patches immediately if available - Monitor for indicators of compromise - Review and update security configurations - Implement network segmentation where applicable

Last updated: Mar 27, 2026, 11:44 AM

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