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Google Pixel Phones Targeted in Modem Exploit; Deals Available on Multiple Devices

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Google has confirmed a targeted cyberattack exploited a vulnerability in the modem of a limited number of Pixel phones. Separately, deals are available on various Google Pixel devices, including the Pixel Watch 5, Pixel 11, and 11 Pro Fold, with significant discounts offered on Amazon. AI

IMPACT Security vulnerabilities in mobile device modems can impact the reliability and security of AI-powered features on those devices.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a security exploit affecting a specific product line and unrelated consumer deals for those products.

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Google Pixel Phones Targeted in Modem Exploit; Deals Available on Multiple Devices

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    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/the-iphone-duo-is-actual… 9to5google.com/…/the-galaxy-z-fold-8-need…
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    Google confirms Pixel phones were exploited in ‘targeted’ attack related to modem Google has confirmed that a “limited” number of Pixel phones were attacked by

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    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/google-pixel-targeted-ze… 9to5google.com/…/google-home-mcp
  3. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

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    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/deals-pixel-watch-5-pixe…

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