CVE-2026-0179

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Permission Bypass in Bootloader

Publication date: 2026-09-15

Last updated on: 2026-09-21

Assigner: Google Devices

Description

In Bootloader, there is a possible permission bypass due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-09-15

Last Modified

2026-09-21

Generated

2026-10-06

AI Q&A

2026-09-16

EPSS Evaluated

2026-10-04

NVD

CVE-2026-0179

EUVD

EUVD-2026-79149

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	*

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Exploitability

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is in the Bootloader component where a missing permission check could allow a local attacker to bypass security restrictions. Exploitation requires system execution privileges but does not need user interaction.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with system privileges to escalate their access, potentially gaining control over the device or executing unauthorized actions.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches or updates provided by the vendor for Bootloader to address the missing permission check. Ensure System execution privileges are restricted and review access controls for local escalation paths.

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