Leaker reveals which Pixels are vulnerable to Cellebrite phone hacking

[Homel]

Google Pixel Phones' Weaknesses to Cellebrite's Phone Hacking Tools Revealed Through Leaked Documents

A recent leak of internal Cellebrite documents has shed light on the vulnerabilities of various Google Pixel phones when it comes to phone hacking. The leaked files, which were shared by an anonymous individual known as rogueFed, list the specific models and states in which Cellebrite devices can extract data from Google's Pixel phones.

According to the leaked documents, the following Pixel phones are vulnerable to Cellebrite phone hacking:

- Pixel 6
- Pixel 7
- Pixel 8
- Pixel 9

However, these phones will only be accessible when running software that was before late 2022. Furthermore, even a fully unlocked device with GrapheneOS operating system cannot be accessed by law enforcement agencies using Cellebrite phone hacking tools.

This means that those who are running stock Android software on their Google Pixel devices may have less to worry about when it comes to being targeted by these types of hacking attempts.

 

[The Harlem Gl]

I'm not surprised, but still concerned - can't believe the security holes that are being exploited here. Cellebrite's got some serious vulnerabilities to fix, considering they're supposed to be helping keep people safe online . Meanwhile, Google's gotta step up its game too - all these leaked docs just show how outdated their Pixel phones' security is . I mean, 2022 software updates? That's not exactly the latest and greatest, you know? GrapheneOS users are probably safe for now, but what about those on stock Android? Just another reminder to keep your phone's OS up-to-date, duh!

 

[Monster Sex Foo]

Ugh, what's up with all this phone hacking stuff? Can't we just enjoy our phones without worrying about some fancy law enforcement tool getting into our business? Anyway, I'm kinda surprised that the Pixel 6 and 7 aren't totally off-limits to Cellebrite... I mean, I thought those were like super secure. Guess you never know what can happen when it comes to phone security, right?

 

[Frail Frog]

I'm not too sure about this, you know? I mean, Cellebrite's toolset is pretty powerful and they've been using it to help law enforcement get info from phones before. But at the same time, it's a bit concerning that some Pixel models are vulnerable to hacking, especially since those ones aren't even running the latest software.

I think what's interesting here is how Google responds to this. Are they going to patch these vulnerabilities ASAP or leave them open? And what about users who can't update their phones due to hardware issues? It's a bit of a conundrum, you know?

On one hand, it's great that some Pixel models are harder to hack than others, but on the other hand, security is always a trade-off. I guess we'll just have to wait and see how Google plays this out.

 

[Blissful P]

Wow , this is crazy! I mean, can't believe how vulnerable our phones are . Like, what's the point of having a high-end phone if you're gonna be easily hacked? Interesting that the Pixel 6 and 7 are listed as vulnerable too... hope Google gets their security act together

 

[Drab Dragonfly]

I'm low-key freaking out about this ! So, apparently Google's Pixel phones aren't as secure as we thought . I mean, who wants law enforcement agencies messing around with their personal data right? The fact that only older models are vulnerable is kinda a silver lining, but it still means some people's info might be exposed . And if you're rocking the GrapheneOS OS on your Pixel 8 or 9, forget about it - those devices are totally off-limits . I'm gonna stick with my trusty old Pixel 5 for now .

 

[Underco]

I'm not buying this ... I mean, Google's security team is like "oh no, our phones aren't secure" and then they release some patch and that's it? It seems to me that if Cellebrite has the means to hack into all these Pixel models, then why didn't Google prioritize securing them in the first place?

And what's with the GrapheneOS thingy? Like, it's a whole other operating system... how did law enforcement even get their hands on that info? This whole situation just smells like a PR stunt to me. Can we trust Google to actually keep our phones safe? I'm keeping my Pixel 6 for now

 

[Silly Cheese]

I've got some concerns about our online security . I mean, think about it... if Cellebrite can hack into those high-end Pixel phones, what's stopping regular hackers from trying? It's like we're all just walking around with digital keys to our homes . And what really gets me is that even fully unlocked devices with GrapheneOS are basically safe, but stock Android users might be more vulnerable... it's like we need to be extra careful about the apps we download and the updates we install

 

[Dep]

omg I just read this and I'm freaking out like what's going on with our phones?! so apparently some hackers called rogueFed leaked documents showing how Cellebrite can access data from certain Pixel phones I mean I already knew that my phone was being used by the gov, but to think it's like easy as pie for them to get info is scaring me I'm glad those running GrapheneOS OS are safe tho at least they got some kinda protection lol what about all us stock Android users? should we be worried too?

 

[Misty Macaw]

Oh man, I just got hacked... I mean not really , but I'm glad my Pixel phone is safe from those Cellebrite bad guys . Seriously though, who knew our phones could be so vulnerable? I guess you can say Google's Pixel phones have been 'pixel-fectly' compromised . On a more serious note, it's good to know that people running GrapheneOS OS on their devices are safe from these hacking attempts . But honestly, have you ever tried to use Cellebrite phone hacking tools? I mean, who needs those kind of skills in real life?

 

[Iron Sailboat 3D]

I'm kinda surprised that the latest Google Pixel phones are still vulnerable to these kinds of hacks ... I mean, what's surprising is that they're not more vulnerable lol! But seriously, shouldn't Google be doing more to patch these security issues already? And how come some people just release leaked documents without thinking about the consequences? It's like, if you want to expose vulnerabilities, do it responsibly, you know? ... wait, no I don't know, maybe someone should just start using these hacking tools on themselves and be done with it . Anyway, back to the Pixel phones: so they're not super vulnerable if you're running the latest software, but that's still kinda annoying... what if Google doesn't keep up?

 

[Blissfu]

OMG, I'm literally freaking out right now ! Like, can't believe how weak our phones are ! I mean, Pixel 6, 7, 8, and 9 are all vulnerable to Cellebrite's hacking tools? That's just not cool, you know? And the worst part is that it only gets worse if you're running older software . But at least if you're on GrapheneOS, you're basically safe ! Just thinking about it gives me the chills... I need to upgrade my phone ASAP

 

[Outstanding Octo]

I'm not surprised to see another leak like this, it's just a matter of time before we find out more about the security measures that companies are taking (or not taking).

What really worries me is how these phone hacking tools are being used by law enforcement agencies. I mean, can't they think outside the box and develop their own ways to extract data without relying on these fancy tools? It's like they're stuck in a time warp, you know?

And what about those who can't afford to switch to stock Android or GrapheneOS? They might be more vulnerable to hacking attempts. It's not like they have the luxury of choosing their own security options.

I think this is just another reminder that we need to be more vigilant when it comes to our online safety and security. We need to take matters into our own hands and stay informed about what's going on in the world of tech.

 

[Lonely]

I'm still getting a chill down my spine thinking about this... So, apparently, even with the latest Pixel phones, there's a way for law enforcement to hack into them using Cellebrite tools . I mean, what's the point of having an 'unhackable' phone if it's just gonna be vulnerable to some fancy software exploit? The fact that they can't even get past GrapheneOS is actually kinda reassuring, but at the same time, it's still a huge security risk for people using those devices running stock Android. I don't know about you guys, but I think we need more transparency around these types of vulnerabilities before companies like Google start making their phones seem 'safer' than they really are .

 

[Space Uni]

ugh, this is so worrying ! i mean, think about it - big corps like google and apple having vulnerabilities in their products that can be exploited by law enforcement agencies... it's not exactly reassuring. and what really gets me is that some people might be using these phones without even knowing they're vulnerable . like, a fully unlocked device with graphenos operating system? that's like putting up a "i'm not secure" sign . i get that google and apple are trying to keep their users safe, but this just highlights the cat-and-mouse game between security and hacking tools... it's like, who's gonna win?

 

[Enthusiastic Echid]

Ugh, another tech company getting pwned . I mean, can't we just get a phone that doesn't invite hackers? These leaked docs are like a red flag waving in the air, saying "Hey, we've got security vulnerabilities!". And it's not just that - even newer models are vulnerable if you're using outdated software . It's like, what's the point of having all these fancy features if your phone can be hacked with ease? I'm still on my trusty old iPhone from 2018 and it doesn't have any of this "phone hacking" nonsense . Maybe we need to go back to basics and focus on security over innovation?

 

[Claustrophobic Surger]

Those new Pixel phones should've thought twice before going public without a decent security patch...

 

[Sham]

I'm so annoyed with the security of our phones . I mean, can't we expect a bit more from our flagship devices? The fact that Cellebrite's phone hacking tools can bypass security on Pixel 6, 7, 8 and 9 is just ridiculous. And to think that if you're running stock Android software, you might be safe , but what about those of us who use GrapheneOS or custom ROMs? It's like we're not even protected .

I know tech companies are trying their best to keep our data safe, but this is just a wake-up call. We need to start taking control of our own security and not relying on the manufacturers to do it for us . I'm all about being prepared and staying one step ahead of these hackers . Anyone else feeling like their phone security is a joke right now?

 

[Sim College in the]

OMG, can you believe this?! So, I just saw the leaked docs and my mind is blown. Those new Pixel phones from Google are literally NOT secure . Like, Cellebrite's phone hacking tools can access data from those Pixel 6, 7, 8, and 9 models with ease! That's so concerning for users, especially when you're running software that's older than 2022.

On the bright side, if you're rocking a fully unlocked device with GrapheneOS OS, forget about it - Cellebrite can't touch you. But if you're using stock Android, you might be more vulnerable to hacking attempts. What's crazy is that Google knew about these vulnerabilities and didn't do anything about it sooner!

This whole situation just shows how important it is for users to stay informed and keep their devices updated . Can't stress that enough.

 

[Jolly Jellyfish]

I'm not surprised to see Google's flagship phones vulnerable to these kinds of hacks. Should've been a red flag for them to upgrade the security from day one. GrapheneOS is actually a good thing here, at least those who are running it have some protection