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Google Addresses Security Vulnerabilities in Chromecast with Google TV

LineageOS developers have discovered and shared details of an exploit that allowed rooting of the Chromecast with Google TV by bypassing Android Verified Boot. The exploit impacted all Google hardware powered by an Amlogic chip. Google has patched the exploit and implemented "Anti-Rollback" protection. The exploit required physical modification of the hardware, making it unlikely to be used by attackers. LineageOS developers are also working on getting LineageOS running on the Chromecast with Google TV.

via 9to5Google|

#android-verified-boot #chromecast #exploit

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"LineageOS Dominates with 1.5 Million Android Installs"

LineageOS, the custom ROM that succeeded CyanogenMod, is currently installed on approximately 1.5 million Android devices. The ROM is available on various brands, including Google, Samsung, OnePlus, and Xiaomi. While it's unclear how active these devices are or the number of users, this statistic provides insight into the popularity of LineageOS in a market where custom ROMs are not as popular or necessary as before.

via 9to5Google|

#android #custom-rom #cyanogenmod

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Repurposing Old Smartphones as Single-Board Computers

With difficulties in finding new Raspberry Pis, some are turning to alternatives such as using an old smartphone as a single-board computer. By installing LineageOS, a version of Android that is more configurable than the stock version, and disabling unnecessary features, a music streaming server was successfully built on an old Samsung phone. Other options include PostmarketOS or Pine64 devices.

via Hackaday|

#lineageos #linux #music-streaming