CVE-2026-28594: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In multiple locations, there is a possible use after free due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability arises from a use-after-free condition in multiple locations within the Android operating system code due to a logic error. An attacker with limited privileges can exploit this flaw locally to escalate their privileges without needing further execution rights or user interaction. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the affected Android device, potentially gaining higher system privileges. This can compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system. No user interaction is required, increasing the risk of exploitation in local attack scenarios.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch links are provided in the available data. Until a patch is available, limit local access to trusted users and monitor for updates from Google regarding this vulnerability.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:02.946Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa0560aacd9273b490f4ecb
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:02 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:44:14 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 15:10:12 UTC
Views: 32
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