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Google reveals Pixel 10 modem firmware now uses Rust to reduce baseband security risks

April 10, 2026 by Brian Fagioli
Android rust

Google says Pixel 10 modem firmware includes a Rust DNS parser designed to reduce memory safety vulnerabilities in the baseband.

Categories Google, Android Tags Android security, baseband firmware, DNS parser, Google, memory safety, modem security, Pixel 10, Rust, Rust programming language, smartphone security Leave a comment

Google clamps down on Android developers with mandatory verification

March 30, 2026 by Brian Fagioli
Android jaws

Google is rolling out Android developer verification and requiring developers to register apps. The company says it improves security, but some may see it as tighter control.

Categories Android Tags Android developer verification, Android developers, Android ecosystem, Android malware, Android security, Android sideloading, Android Studio, Google, Google Play, mobile security 2 Comments
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