# CVE-2026-0135: Google Pixel Modem out-of-bounds read leading to RCE

Source: https://junglewise.ai/threats/cve-2026-0135-google-pixel-modem-out-of-bounds-read-leading-to-rce  
Publisher: Junglewise Threat Intelligence, https://junglewise.ai/threats  
Published: 2026-06-16. Updated: 2026-06-16  
License: CC BY 4.0 with a link back

CVE-2026-0135 · Severity: info · CVSS 9.8 · Published 2026-06-16

A critical vulnerability exists in the modem component of Google Pixel devices. This component handles cellular connectivity, and a flaw in how it processes data could allow a remote attacker to take control of the device without any user interaction. This could lead to a total compromise of the device, including unauthorized access to data or disruption of service.

Technologies: [Google Pixel Modem](https://junglewise.ai/threats/technologies/pixel-modem). Vendors: [Google](https://junglewise.ai/threats/vendors/google).

## Quick answers

**Is CVE-2026-0135 exploited in the wild?** No. Junglewise Threat Intelligence has no report of CVE-2026-0135 being exploited in the wild.

**How severe is CVE-2026-0135?** Informational severity, with a CVSS score of 9.8, published 16 June 2026.

**Which products and versions are affected?** Google Pixel Modem Prior to June 2026 security patch level.

**Is there a fix for CVE-2026-0135?** A patch was published on 2026-06-05. Junglewise finds every place you run it, drafts the upgrade and applies it once you approve.

**How is CVE-2026-0135 attacked?** It is attacked over the network, in device firmware.

**Am I affected by CVE-2026-0135?** Check whether you run Google Pixel Modem at an affected version. Junglewise does that check for you around the clock: connect your code, cloud and domains, and it matches new vulnerabilities like this one against what you actually run and tells you when one reaches you.

## Technical details

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the Modem component of Google Pixel devices due to a missing bounds check. The vulnerability is classified as Remote Code Execution (RCE) and can be exploited over the network without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction. This suggests a pre-authentication attack vector via cellular radio signaling. Google has addressed this issue in the June 2026 Pixel Security Bulletin. Users are advised to update their devices to the security patch level of 2026-06-05 or later.

## Affected products

- Google Pixel Modem Prior to June 2026 security patch level

## Timeline

- 2026-06-16: disclosed
- 2026-06-16: advisory
- 2026-06-05: patched

## References

- [https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2026/2026-06-01](https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2026/2026-06-01)

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