Latest report from eScan Antivirus called MIUI operating system OS contained in Android smartphone made by Xiaomi have security hole alias bug. More precisely, a bug was found in the default application system titled "Mi Mover".
Mi Mover allows users to transfer settings and data from the old smartphone to the new one with practical and easy. Unfortunately, Mi Mover turns off sandbox protection on Android, so apps can be unlocked.
The risks, settings (settings) and data in Xiaomi smartphone users can easily be cloned by others. Not explained by eScan, which version of OSUI OS keeps this bug.
What is clear, the bug also causes security applications listed on Xiaomi phones can be easily removed without permission from the administrator. This is demonstrated in an anti-theft application titled "Cerberus".
Cerberus on Xiaomi Mi Max 2 can be removed without passing the safety stages as it should. If the app is removed, the phone's security system will be weaker.
Xiaomi's response
Xiaomi spoke about the news circulating. The Chinese giant promised to make every effort to ensure its products and services meet privacy policy, as compiled KompasTekno, Monday (14/08/2017) from Gizmochina.
