Google Pixel Improper Authorization Vulnerability (CVE-2026-58704) is being actively exploited, CISA warns
CISA added CVE-2026-58704 (Google Pixel) to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on September 16, 2026, which means there is reliable evidence of exploitation in the wild. 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.
Excerpt from the primary source: CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities
Who is affected
Security professionals
Affected technology: Pixel
Why it matters
CISA lists this as exploited in the wild. Unpatched Pixel systems are exposed to active attacks now.
Automated: stated only from CISA listings and the exploitation evidence in the sources below.
What you should do · Patch
Apply the vendor's security update for Pixel. Check the linked advisory for affected and fixed versions, and put internet-facing systems first.
CISA's required action for CVE-2026-58704: "Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines." US federal civilian agencies must comply by September 19, 2026.
Automated guidance based on this story's classification. Check the linked advisories for specifics.
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