CVE-2026-49937

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Out of Bounds Read in Android MessageQueueBase

Publication date: 2026-10-05

Last updated on: 2026-10-07

Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)

Description

In multiple functions of MessageQueueBase.h, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-10-05

Last Modified

2026-10-07

Generated

2026-10-19

AI Q&A

2026-10-05

EPSS Evaluated

2026-10-18

NVD

CVE-2026-49937

EUVD

EUVD-2026-92604

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	14.0
google	android	15.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	17.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-119	The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it reads from or writes to a memory location outside the buffer's intended boundary. This may result in read or write operations on unexpected memory locations that could be linked to other variables, data structures, or internal program data.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves an out of bounds read in multiple functions of MessageQueueBase.h due to incorrect bounds checking. It allows local privilege escalation without needing extra execution privileges or user interaction.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves an out of bounds read in MessageQueueBase.h, which could allow local privilege escalation. Detection requires code analysis or runtime monitoring of the affected Android components. No specific commands are provided in the context to directly detect this issue.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain higher privileges on your device, potentially accessing sensitive data or performing unauthorized actions. No user interaction is required for exploitation.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could potentially lead to unauthorized access or data exposure due to local privilege escalation, which may impact compliance with standards like GDPR (data protection) or HIPAA (healthcare data privacy) if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Google for Android components. Monitor official Android security bulletins for updates related to MessageQueueBase.h. Disable unnecessary system components if patches are delayed.

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