Remote Code Execution in Android RoutingManager

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-25

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

Description

In checkUiccListenConfigNeeded of RoutingManager.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote (proximal/adjacent) 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

2026-09-25

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-09

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-55277

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
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 a buffer overflow issue in the RoutingManager.cpp file, specifically in the checkUiccListenConfigNeeded function. It occurs because there is no proper bounds checking before writing data, which could allow an attacker to write outside the intended memory area.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow an attacker within close physical proximity to execute arbitrary code on your device remotely. It does not require user interaction or additional privileges, making it particularly dangerous.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from your device or system vendor immediately. Monitor official Android security bulletins for updates related to this issue. Disable unnecessary network services if possible until patches are applied.

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