CVE-2026-0032
Out-of-Bounds Write in mem_protect.c Enables Local Privilege Escalation
Publication date: 2026-03-02
Last updated on: 2026-03-06
Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| android | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-787 | The product writes data past the end, or before the beginning, of the intended buffer. |
| CWE-269 | The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in multiple functions of the mem_protect.c file, where a logic error causes a possible out-of-bounds write.
An out-of-bounds write means that the program writes data outside the boundaries of allocated memory, which can corrupt data or lead to unexpected behavior.
Because of this logic error, an attacker could exploit the vulnerability to escalate their privileges locally without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow an attacker to escalate their privileges on the affected system locally.
Since no additional execution privileges or user interaction are required, an attacker who already has some access could gain higher privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system controls.
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