CVE-2026-0123
Out-of-Bounds Write in EfwApTransport Causes Local Privilege Escalation
Publication date: 2026-03-10
Last updated on: 2026-03-11
Assigner: Google Devices
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
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| 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. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability occurs in the EfwApTransport::ProcessRxRing function within the efw_ap_transport.cc file. It is caused by a missing bounds check, which can result in an out of bounds write.
Because of this flaw, an attacker could exploit it to escalate their privileges locally without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is a local escalation of privilege. This means an attacker who already has some level of access to the system could increase their privileges, potentially gaining higher-level access or control.
No additional execution privileges or user interaction are required for exploitation, which increases the risk of successful attacks.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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