Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : Google has issued a critical security alert for its entire lineup of supported Pixel devices, urging users to take immediate action to protect themselves from a newly identified high-severity vulnerability.
The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-32896, is a significant flaw discovered within the Pixel firmware. If exploited by a malicious actor, it could lead to an "escalation of privilege." In simple terms, this means a hacker or a malicious app could potentially gain a higher level of control over the device than is normally permitted, posing a serious risk to user data and device integrity.
The good news is that Google has already developed and released a fix. The patch is included in the June 2024 security update, which is now being rolled out to all eligible devices.
Due to the serious nature of the threat, Google is strongly advising all Pixel users not to delay the installation of this update.
Which Devices Are Affected?
While the initial warning specifically highlighted the popular Pixel 6a, the vulnerability impacts all currently supported Pixel devices. Users of the following models should update immediately:
Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a
Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a
Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro
Pixel Fold
Pixel Tablet
How to Update Your Pixel Device
Updating your device is a simple process. To check for and install the latest security patch, follow these steps:
Go to Settings.
Scroll down and tap on Security & privacy.
Select System & updates, then tap on Security update.
Your phone will check for the update. If available, tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions to restart your device.
Keeping your smartphone's software current is one of the most effective ways to protect your personal information from evolving security threats. All Pixel users are encouraged to install this crucial update as soon as possible.
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