Google Releases AndroidX Security State Libraries for Enhanced Device Security

• •Google launched AndroidX Security State libraries for detailed device security checks.
• •Developers can now assess individual component security with DSPL, PSPL, and ASPL.
• •The libraries help prevent exploitation by ensuring critical updates are installed before sensitive actions.

On September 18, 2026, Google announced the stable release of the AndroidX Security State libraries, version 1.1.0 and 1.0.0, which allow developers to check the security patch status of individual device components. This new functionality enables a more granular approach to assessing device security, moving beyond the traditional Security Patch Level (SPL) system. Developers can now access three patch levels: Device Security Patch Level (DSPL), Published Security Patch Level (PSPL), and Available Security Patch Level (ASPL). This allows for better decision-making in security-sensitive applications, such as banking and healthcare, by verifying if critical updates are pending before executing sensitive workflows. The libraries also integrate with the Open Source Vulnerabilities (OSV) database for detailed vulnerability reports. The introduction of these libraries is part of Google's ongoing efforts to enhance security in the Android ecosystem.