CVE-2026-0132
Description
Critical heap buffer overflow in Pixel Modem allows remote code execution without user interaction.
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Critical heap buffer overflow in Pixel Modem allows remote code execution without user interaction.
Vulnerability
A heap buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Modem component of supported Pixel devices. This out-of-bounds write issue can be triggered remotely without any additional execution privileges or user interaction. The affected version is any Pixel device running a security patch level prior to 2026-06-05. [1]
Exploitation
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted network request to the device's modem, leading to a heap buffer overflow. No authentication or user interaction is required, and the attacker does not need prior access to the device. [1]
Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to remote code execution (RCE) within the modem firmware. Given the critical severity, an attacker could gain full control over the modem component, potentially allowing further compromise of the device. [1]
Mitigation
The vulnerability is fixed in the Pixel security patch level 2026-06-05. Users should update their devices to this patch level or later via the standard OTA update mechanism. Google recommends all supported Pixel devices accept this update. [1]
AI Insight generated on Jun 16, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Patches
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Vulnerability mechanics
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References
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