Vulnerability Description
In multiple functions of mem_protect.c, there is a possible way to execute arbitrary code 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.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - |
References
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/1bf8033b56a45165602f8116e0a0d2ePatchProduct
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/513ea99ae008b81dd266bf6e361627cPatchProduct
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/652b7b6bf9a62cc12c3a071bab4e923PatchProduct
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/7e1d15d29b7fe0f858926a8bcaf929bPatchProduct
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/b23a5bfa1fb8f9525e21f095a87486aPatchProduct
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/d884f499434c224285c30d460681f1cPatchProduct
- https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/f090d4b083a9ef4831f99e692c23954PatchProduct
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-03-01
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-0038?
CVE-2026-0038 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). In multiple functions of mem_protect.c, there is a possible way to execute arbitrary code due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional executio...
How severe is CVE-2026-0038?
CVE-2026-0038 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-0038?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.