Out-of-Bounds Read in Android Wi-Fi Driver

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-24

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

Description

In get_eht_operation_channel_width of ieee802_11_common.c, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to remote (proximal/adjacent) information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-09-08

Last Modified

2026-09-24

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-10

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-49895

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-120	The product copies an input buffer to an output buffer without verifying that the size of the input buffer is less than the size of the output buffer.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an out of bounds read issue in the function get_eht_operation_channel_width of ieee802_11_common.c. It occurs due to an incorrect bounds check, which could allow reading memory outside the intended range.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could lead to remote information disclosure in nearby devices. An attacker could exploit it to read sensitive data without needing additional privileges or user interaction.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from your device or system vendor. Monitor for updates from Android or relevant vendors since this affects ieee802_11_common.c. Disable Wi-Fi if not in use to reduce exposure.

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