Google Pixel Watch Telemetry Settings Corruption Vulnerability Leading to Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in the setup process of new Pixel Watches, where a logic error can cause unintended changes to telemetry opt-in settings on other watches. This issue may result in a local escalation of privilege, requiring user interaction for exploitation.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized changes in telemetry settings, potentially allowing for elevated privileges on the affected device.

Added: Sep 4, 2025, 8:18 PM
Updated: Sep 4, 2025, 8:18 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
6.6
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.7
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.5
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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