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CVE-2026-55365: Elevation of privilege in Google Android

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

Description

In multiple functions of remap.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS v3.1

Score 6.7medium

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

Affected software

Google

Android

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AILast updated: 09/15/2026, 19:32:03 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves an out-of-bounds write in multiple functions within remap.c in Google Android. The root cause is an incorrect bounds check that may allow a local attacker with System execution privileges to escalate their privileges further. The vulnerability does not require user interaction for exploitation. No CVSS score or detailed vendor advisory is available, and no affected versions or patch information are specified.

Potential Impact

An attacker with System execution privileges on the affected Android device could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges locally. This could potentially allow the attacker to perform unauthorized actions or access sensitive resources beyond their original permissions. There is no indication of remote exploitation or user interaction required.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or workaround information is provided, monitoring official Google Android security advisories for updates is recommended.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Google_Devices
Date Reserved
2026-06-16T17:55:41.478Z
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6aa992c455bf5e2cf53bfae8

Added to database: 09/15/2026, 18:47:32 UTC

Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 19:32:03 UTC

Last updated: 09/16/2026, 03:17:28 UTC

Views: 5

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