CVE-2026-49878: Remote code execution in Google Android
Description
In wpas_handle_robust_av_scs_recv_action of robust_av.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote code execution with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.2high
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability is due to a logic error in the wpas_handle_robust_av_scs_recv_action function within robust_av.c in Google Android. The flaw allows a possible out-of-bounds write, which can be exploited remotely to achieve code execution with System-level privileges. No user interaction is required for exploitation, increasing the risk of attack. The affected versions explicitly include Android versions 14, 15, 16, 16-qpr2, and 17. There is no CVSS score provided, and no information about patches or vendor advisories is available in the input data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely with System execution privileges on affected Android devices. This could lead to full compromise of the device without requiring any user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or patch information is provided in the available data.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-02T14:29:35.575Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ac3f12b2cdf04f6562d91b5
Added to database: 10/05/2026, 18:49:15 UTC
Last enriched: 10/05/2026, 19:06:40 UTC
Last updated: 10/05/2026, 20:48:12 UTC
Views: 4
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