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| Google add new security features to Android 15 to protect against juice jacking |
Google is adding a new security feature in Android 15 to protect against "juice jacking" attacks, according to Android Authority. This feature is currently in testing within the Android 15 beta.
"Juice jacking" occurs when a hacker transfers malicious data to your device through a USB connection that can both charge and transfer data, a capability of most modern smartphones. Public charging stations are common sources for such attacks. If successful, hackers can gain control of the device, compromising security and privacy.
To address this, Android 15 will allow users to restrict USB data access while in lockdown mode, although the device can still be charged via USB. This feature, accessible from the Power menu by holding down the power button and tapping the lockdown button, will immediately disable data transfer. Lockdown mode was initially introduced in Android 9 in 2018, but it only hid notifications and disabled authentication methods other than the primary one, like PIN, password, or pattern.
While juice jacking is quite rare, often occurring in public charging stations like those in airports, Google's enhancement in Android 15 provides additional security.
Android 15 is expected to be released to the public later this year, initially on Google Pixel devices before other Android-based devices. This update includes several new features such as a new notification cooldown, partial screen sharing, audio sharing, improved Bluetooth controls, more reliable NFC, app archiving, and more. Internally, Android 15 is referred to as "Vanilla Ice Cream."
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