Security
New Android SMS of Death exploit can remotely crash unpatched phones
BleepingComputer·October 31, 2026·1 min read
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A researcher released a proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2026-58882, an Android vulnerability dubbed "SMS of Death," that lets attackers remotely crash unpatched phones or disrupt cellular service by sending a specially crafted text message. The flaw was recently patched, but unpatched devices remain at risk.
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