BroadPwn

Broadpwn is a vulnerability that is affecting Broadcom's series of WiFi chips. These chips are used in a wide range of devices including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and routers. The vulnerability allows an attacker to remotely execute code on affected devices without any user interaction, by crafting a specially-crafted WiFi packet and sending it to the device over the air...

The vulnerability specifically affects the firmware running on the WiFi chip, and allows an attacker to take control of the device by executing arbitrary code with system privileges. This could allow an attacker to steal sensitive information, install malware, or take control of the device.

The vulnerability affects devices running Android, iOS, and Windows, as well as some routers and other networking equipment. Many manufacturers have released patches to address the vulnerability, and users are advised to update their devices to the latest software version to protect against the vulnerability.

Broadpwn was considered as a serious vulnerability and can be used in a wormable exploit, meaning the exploit can spread from device to device. It was patched by both Apple and Google in their respective OS versions.