Google patches modem flaw after targeted Pixel phone hack

Google confirmed that a zero‑day vulnerability in the modem software of its Pixel smartphones was actively exploited to hack a small number of users. Security researchers observed the flaw being used in a limited, targeted campaign that affected only a subset of Pixel owners. Google released patches for the modem bug on Tuesday, fixing the vulnerability across supported Pixel models. The company urged all Pixel users to install the update immediately to block further attacks. The exploitation was described as “actively exploited” by Google, indicating that attackers were using the flaw in the wild before the fix. No widespread damage has been reported, and the patches are expected to stop the ongoing intrusion.