CVE-2026-56986 — HIGH (8.4)

Vulnerability 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.

CVSS Score

8.4

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-441

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2026/2026-09-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-56986?

CVE-2026-56986 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). 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 no...

How severe is CVE-2026-56986?

CVE-2026-56986 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-2026-56986?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.