Known exploited flaw update for Google Pixel
September 17, 2026 6:50am
CISA added a known exploited vulnerability affecting Google Pixel on 2026-09-16. Security teams should review remediation guidance for exposed systems.
CISA added a known exploited vulnerability affecting Google Pixel on 2026-09-16. Security teams should review remediation guidance for exposed systems.
5-Second Takeaway
CISA added a known exploited vulnerability affecting Google Pixel on 2026-09-16.
Why This Matters
Security teams should review remediation guidance for exposed systems.
What Changed
- CISA added this vulnerability to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Sep 16, 2026.
- Affected vendor and product: Google Pixel.
- Public description: Google Pixel devices contain an improper authorization vulnerability in the cellular modem. A logic error may allow an attacker to bypass permission checks and escalate privileges.
- Agencies and security teams are expected to review patch or mitigation guidance.
- Prioritizing confirmed exploited vulnerabilities can reduce immediate operational risk.
- CISA KEV Catalog: https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog
Key Facts
- CISA added this vulnerability to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Sep 16, 2026.
- Affected vendor and product: Google Pixel.
- Public description: Google Pixel devices contain an improper authorization vulnerability in the cellular modem. A logic error may allow an attacker to bypass permission checks and escalate privileges.
- Agencies and security teams are expected to review patch or mitigation guidance.
Key Numbers
- CISA added this vulnerability to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Sep 16, 2026.