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Android’s Zero-Click Bug Is Patched. Update Your Phone Now

Android's November 2026 update fixes a critical zero-click bug. Here's how to get it.

By Harish · Nov 4, 2026
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Google patches 216 flaws

Google's November 2026 Android security bulletin fixes 216 vulnerabilities, and 23 of them are rated Critical.

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A zero-click bug

CVE-2026-58868 could let an attacker run code on your phone remotely with no tap, download or link. It affects Android 14 through 17.

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Know your patch level

The 2026-11-01 patch fixes the zero-click bug. The 2026-11-05 patch covers everything, including kernel and chip fixes.

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How to check

On a Pixel, go to Settings > System > Software updates. On a Galaxy, go to Settings > Software update > Download and install.

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Pixel 6 is left out

Pixel 6 and 6 Pro support ended in October, so they stay unpatched. Install the update now, and consider upgrading older phones.

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