CVE-2026-56986: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
In multiple files, there is a possible out-of-bounds read due to type confusion. 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 arises from a type confusion issue in multiple files within Google Android, resulting in a possible out-of-bounds read. Exploitation of this flaw can allow a local attacker to escalate privileges on the device without needing extra execution privileges or user interaction. No CVSS score or detailed vendor advisory is available to provide further technical specifics or patch information.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access can exploit this vulnerability to elevate their privileges on the affected Android device. This could potentially allow unauthorized actions or access beyond the attacker's original permissions. No information about active exploitation or broader impact is available.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or workaround information is provided, users and administrators should monitor Google's security advisories for updates.
CVE-2026-56986: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In multiple files, there is a possible out-of-bounds read due to type confusion. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected software
Android
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability arises from a type confusion issue in multiple files within Google Android, resulting in a possible out-of-bounds read. Exploitation of this flaw can allow a local attacker to escalate privileges on the device without needing extra execution privileges or user interaction. No CVSS score or detailed vendor advisory is available to provide further technical specifics or patch information.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access can exploit this vulnerability to elevate their privileges on the affected Android device. This could potentially allow unauthorized actions or access beyond the attacker's original permissions. No information about active exploitation or broader impact is available.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or workaround information is provided, users and administrators should monitor Google's security advisories for updates.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Google_Devices
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-23T16:22:11.810Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa992ca55bf5e2cf53bfb11
Added to database: 09/15/2026, 18:47:38 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 19:02:32 UTC
Last updated: 09/16/2026, 03:18:10 UTC
Views: 9
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