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Developing2 outlets · over 17 hours

Gemini lock screen bug bypasses PIN on Android

A bug in Gemini on Android 16 lets anyone bypass the lock screen PIN to send SMS and WhatsApp messages. The exploit requires physical access and pressing Continue and Add Attachment simultaneously. Google confirmed a fix is rolling out this week.

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What changedFix rolling out this week
Android lock screen bug lets Gemini bypass PIN
DDigital Trends·about 17 hours ago
Gemini lockscreen bypass lets strangers send SMS
GGSMArena·1 day ago

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