CVE-2026-55351: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
In VPU, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to an integer 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 in the VPU (Vision Processing Unit) of Google Android is due to an integer overflow that can cause an out-of-bounds write. This flaw allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the device without needing any prior execution privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability is published but lacks detailed CVSS scoring and patch information.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected Android device, potentially compromising system integrity or security. No information about active exploitation or widespread attacks is available.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround information is provided at this time.
CVE-2026-55351: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In VPU, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to an integer 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 in the VPU (Vision Processing Unit) of Google Android is due to an integer overflow that can cause an out-of-bounds write. This flaw allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on the device without needing any prior execution privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability is published but lacks detailed CVSS scoring and patch information.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected Android device, potentially compromising system integrity or security. No information about active exploitation or widespread attacks is available.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround information is provided at this time.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Google_Devices
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-16T17:54:14.670Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa992c455bf5e2cf53bfae6
Added to database: 09/15/2026, 18:47:32 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 19:32:08 UTC
Last updated: 09/16/2026, 03:06:29 UTC
Views: 3
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