Hexagon fuzz: Full-system emulated fuzzing of Qualcomm basebands
Hacker NewsWednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00:07 AM
Researchers have developed a new method called "Hexagon fuzz" to test Qualcomm baseband processors—the chips that handle cellular communication in smartphones—by emulating and fuzzing their entire system. This approach helps uncover potential security flaws that could be exploited remotely, like through malicious radio signals. The work highlights both the complexity of these systems and the need for rigorous testing to prevent real-world attacks.
Editor’s Note: Baseband processors are a critical but often overlooked part of your phone—they’re what let you make calls and connect to mobile networks. If they’re hacked, attackers could potentially take control of your device without you even clicking a link. This research matters because it pushes the boundaries of how we test these systems for vulnerabilities, making it harder for bad actors to exploit them. It’s a deep tech story, but the stakes are very real for everyday security.
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