CVE-2026-49921

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Memory Corruption in Android OS Leading to Remote Code Execution

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-24

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

Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible memory safety issue due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to remote code execution 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-2026-49921

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-122	A heap overflow condition is a buffer overflow, where the buffer that can be overwritten is allocated in the heap portion of memory, generally meaning that the buffer was allocated using a routine such as malloc().

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Executive Summary

This is a memory safety issue caused by a heap buffer overflow in multiple locations. It allows remote code execution without needing extra privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to run malicious code on your system remotely. This may lead to data theft, system compromise, or further network attacks without requiring any user action.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or exfiltration, violating GDPR's data protection requirements and HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches or updates provided by the vendor for affected systems. Since this is a memory safety issue with remote code execution potential, prioritize patching systems exposed to network traffic. Monitor vendor advisories for Android or related platforms for specific fixes.

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