CVE-2026-56906: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
CVE-2026-56906 is a local elevation of privilege vulnerability in Google Android caused by a use-after-free condition in the ep_free function of eventpoll.c. The flaw arises from a race condition and does not require user interaction for exploitation.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.0high
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a use-after-free bug in the ep_free function within eventpoll.c in the Android operating system. The issue is triggered by a race condition that can lead to local escalation of privilege without needing additional execution privileges or user interaction. No CVSS score is provided, and no affected versions or patch information are specified in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges on the affected Android device. This could potentially enable unauthorized access to restricted functions or data. However, no information about active exploitation in the wild or specific affected versions 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 in the available data.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Google_Devices
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-23T16:07:18.917Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ac5429b2cdf04f656d2c9ab
Added to database: 10/06/2026, 18:48:59 UTC
Last enriched: 10/06/2026, 19:07:41 UTC
Last updated: 10/06/2026, 19:19:23 UTC
Views: 8
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