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CVE-2026-55318: Remote code execution in Google Android

0
High
Published: 09/15/2026 (09/15/2026, 21:31:16 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Google
Product: Android

Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible use-after-free due to a race condition. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS v3.1

Score 8.8high

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected software

Google

Android

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/15/2026, 19:32:21 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves a use-after-free flaw triggered by a race condition in multiple parts of the Android operating system. Successful exploitation allows remote code execution without needing any additional privileges or user interaction, potentially enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on affected devices.

Potential Impact

An attacker can remotely execute arbitrary code on affected Android devices without requiring user interaction or elevated privileges. This could lead to full compromise of the device depending on the context of the executed code.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Google_Devices
Date Reserved
2026-06-16T17:49:57.525Z
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6aa992c255bf5e2cf53bf4ef

Added to database: 09/15/2026, 18:47:30 UTC

Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 19:32:21 UTC

Last updated: 09/16/2026, 03:18:19 UTC

Views: 4

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