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 <p class="is-style-lead">Security platform CertiK has released a video demonstrating a critical vulnerability exploit on Solana’s flagship Saga phone.&nbsp;</p>
 <p>Blockchain security platform CertiK claimed that the Solana Saga phone has a major vulnerability that could allow hackers to create a backdoor into its software and compromise the device. Certik posted a minute-long video on X (formally known as Twitter), demonstrating how a hacker could potentially override the device during startup and gain unauthorized root access.&nbsp;</p>
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    <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ever wondered about the <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="security" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/security.html">security</a> of your Web3 devices? <br><br>Our newest exploration reveals a significant bootloader <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="vulnerability" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/vulnerability.html">vulnerability</a> in the Solana Phone, a challenge not just for this device but for the entire industry. Our commitment to enhancing <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="security" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/security.html">security</a> standards is unwavering. … pic.twitter.com/lHZ5W7hXzy</p>— CertiK (@CertiK) November 15, 2023
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 <p>CertiK claimed that because of this <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="vulnerability" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/vulnerability.html">vulnerability</a>, the software integrity of Solana’s Android OS cannot be guaranteed. Any data stored on the <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="phone" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/phone.html">phone</a>, including crypto wallet details and private keys, can be compromised by the attackers.&nbsp;</p>
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 <p>The Solana Phone, known as “Saga,” is a blockchain-integrated smartphone developed and launched by Solana in April this year. The phone is designed to enhance the user experience with decentralized applications (dApps) and cryptocurrency management. Featuring a built-in hardware wallet for secure crypto transactions, it focuses on providing robust Web3 capabilities. Although the phone was priced at $1,000 at launch, it’s since been discounted by more than 40% in recent months.&nbsp;</p>
 <p>Despite Certik’s claims about the device, Solana has denied any <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="security" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/security.html">security</a> flaws in their device, according to some sources. Several users have also shared counter-arguments to CertiK’s claims, stating that the bootloader <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="vulnerability" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/vulnerability.html">vulnerability</a> is common on Android devices given its open-source code.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Source: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://thebittimes.com/certik-reports-a-critical-security-vulnerability-in-solana-s-saga-phone-tbt70459.html">https://thebittimes.com/certik-reports-a-critical-security-vulnerability-in-solana-s-saga-phone-tbt70459.html</a></p>

CertiK reports a critical security vulnerability in Solana’s Saga phone

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