CVE-2026-58679: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
In gf_ta_test_set_config of gf_ta_test.c, there is a possible heap buffer overflow due to a logic error in the code. 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_ta_test_set_config function within the gf_ta_test.c source file of Google Android. The overflow is due to a logic error, which can be exploited locally to escalate privileges without needing additional execution privileges or user interaction.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access could exploit this heap buffer overflow to elevate their privileges on the affected Android device. This could potentially allow unauthorized actions or access beyond the attacker's original permissions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
CVE-2026-58679: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In gf_ta_test_set_config of gf_ta_test.c, there is a possible heap buffer overflow due to a logic error in the code. 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 involves a heap buffer overflow in the gf_ta_test_set_config function within the gf_ta_test.c source file of Google Android. The overflow is due to a logic error, which can be exploited locally to escalate privileges without needing additional execution privileges or user interaction.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access could exploit this heap buffer overflow to elevate their privileges on the affected Android device. This could potentially allow unauthorized actions or access beyond the attacker's original permissions.
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
- 2026-07-02T05:34:02.657Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa992cb55bf5e2cf53bfb1d
Added to database: 09/15/2026, 18:47:39 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 19:01:58 UTC
Last updated: 09/16/2026, 03:18:10 UTC
Views: 7
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