CVE-2026-55323: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
In gf_base_update_finger_base of gf_base.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves a heap buffer overflow in the gf_base_update_finger_base function of the gf_base.c source file in Google Android. The flaw allows an out-of-bounds write, which can be exploited locally to escalate privileges without needing extra execution rights or user interaction.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to local escalation of privilege on affected Android devices, potentially allowing an attacker with local access to gain higher privileges than intended. No remote or user interaction is required for exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
CVE-2026-55323: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In gf_base_update_finger_base of gf_base.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. 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
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a heap buffer overflow in the gf_base_update_finger_base function of the gf_base.c source file in Google Android. The flaw allows an out-of-bounds write, which can be exploited locally to escalate privileges without needing extra execution rights or user interaction.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to local escalation of privilege on affected Android devices, potentially allowing an attacker with local access to gain higher privileges than intended. No remote or user interaction is required for exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Google_Devices
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-16T17:49:57.525Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa992c255bf5e2cf53bf4f0
Added to database: 09/15/2026, 18:47:30 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 19:32:18 UTC
Last updated: 09/16/2026, 03:17:29 UTC
Views: 4
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