Title

Android 2.2 Dell mobile operating systems that are no longer supported by the vendor for security updates must not be installed on a system. (Cat I impact)

Discussion

Android 2.2 Dell mobile operating systems that are no longer supported by the vendor for security updates are not evaluated or updated for vulnerabilities, leaving them open to potential attack. Organizations must transition to a supported mobile operating system to ensure continued support.

Check Content

Dell support for Android 2.2 ended August 15, 2011. If Android 2.2 Dell is installed on a system, this is a finding.

Fix Text

Upgrade Android 2.2 Dell systems to a supported mobile operating system.

Additional Identifiers

Rule ID: SV-68195r1_rule

Vulnerability ID: V-53957

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