Yep, here is a report that states: Android 4.3 and lower will no longer be supported, even when a security hole is revealed.
http://www.extremetech.com/mobile/1...der-the-bus-refuses-to-patch-os-vulnerability
When Security firm Rapid7 discovered a new exploit in the Android Browser version of WebView, it contacted Google to inform the company that Android 4.3 and below were vulnerable. Google’s response and policy change are raising major eyebrows. Specifically, the company states that:
If the affected version [of WebView] is before 4.4, we generally do not develop the patches ourselves, but welcome patches with the report for consideration. Other than notifying OEMs, we will not be able to take action on any report that is affecting versions before 4.4 that are not accompanied with a patch.Google throws nearly a billion Android users under the bus, refuses to patch OS vulnerability | ExtremeTech
Google has publicly stated that they are not going to devote any more development time to 4.x
Pretty darn poor if you ask me.
Here you are, a proven security risk and they won't issue a patch to fix a hole as big as a barn door?
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Verizon Galaxy S5, KK 4.4.4, ART
MyPhoneExplorer saves your tailbone
Nova Prime, Textra, Blue Mail, Qi wireless equipped
MacroDroid senses Screen off, turns Wifi & Data OFF
MacroDroid senses Screen on, turns WiFi & Data ON
http://www.extremetech.com/mobile/1...der-the-bus-refuses-to-patch-os-vulnerability
When Security firm Rapid7 discovered a new exploit in the Android Browser version of WebView, it contacted Google to inform the company that Android 4.3 and below were vulnerable. Google’s response and policy change are raising major eyebrows. Specifically, the company states that:
If the affected version [of WebView] is before 4.4, we generally do not develop the patches ourselves, but welcome patches with the report for consideration. Other than notifying OEMs, we will not be able to take action on any report that is affecting versions before 4.4 that are not accompanied with a patch.Google throws nearly a billion Android users under the bus, refuses to patch OS vulnerability | ExtremeTech
Google has publicly stated that they are not going to devote any more development time to 4.x
Pretty darn poor if you ask me.
Here you are, a proven security risk and they won't issue a patch to fix a hole as big as a barn door?
____________________________________
Verizon Galaxy S5, KK 4.4.4, ART
MyPhoneExplorer saves your tailbone
Nova Prime, Textra, Blue Mail, Qi wireless equipped
MacroDroid senses Screen off, turns Wifi & Data OFF
MacroDroid senses Screen on, turns WiFi & Data ON