Friday 5 June 2020

Andriod Security Patch - Defination & Advantages

User of the android device is day by day growing in the whole world because of its user-friendly interface and availability of most of the applications in this platform is much better compare to the iOS. According to statistics in 2020, including both smart and feature phones, the current number of mobile phone users is 4.78 billion, which makes 61.43% of people in the world cell phone owner. Feature phone means basic mobile phones with some basic applications & the number of smartphone users is 3.5 billion which means that 44.98% population of whole world are using smartphones. (Source:- bankmycell.com)




When the number of Andriod users is increasing, the security issue is going the main subject to keep secure your android device and the whole system which can resist the malicious attacks. Malicious attacks can harm your device also can steal your personal information.

For sure security of your device, android developers brings the latest updates on Andriod Security Patches which can ensure the security of the device. The frequent updates of android security patch is needed to all android devices. Andriod security patch means to repair the smallest patch or hole in the system. A small patch can create the device risky. So the security patch update is needed to protect from hackers who want to access your device.


How to check which Android version you have:-

To check your android version and security patch level, follow the path below described,-

Open Phone's settings app> System > Advanced > System update.

Here you can find out your android version and security patch level. If the update of the security patch is available then do the update to make your device more secure.





When you will get Andriod Security updates:-

1) If you are using Pixel phone or nexus device,  Click here to know the details
2)If you are using other devices, Contact your manufacturer for updated info.


Advantages Of Andriod Security Patch Updates:-

Every cyberattack reminds us why the patch is more important to all devices. The advantages of a security patch update is very vital to your device. In below the advantages are described shortly.

1. Your data protection:-

Don’t underestimate the value of the data stored on your devices. Hackers can use personal information from one system to gain access to another, especially if they gain login information from a person who uses the same credentials for multiple systems.


2. Protect customer data:-


When Your business-related details like customer details are stored in your phone. With no updated security version it can cause data theft by hackers. Data which was gained by hacker they can use there personal information. So the security patch update is more need for a device or system.


3. Protect others on your network:-

Once a worm infects your network, all other devices connected to your network also infected by the malware. In this way, one unpatched system can cause many other devices risky also the network.




So you have to update your security system or your security patch to keep your device, your network, and other users on your network keep safe and secure.


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Andriod Security Patch - Defination & Advantages

User of the android device is day by day growing in the whole world because of its user-friendly interface and availability of most of the ...