CVE-2026-56889

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Integer Overflow Leads to Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-09-15

Last updated on: 2026-09-21

Assigner: Google Devices

Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible permission bypass due to an integer overflow. 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

2026-10-05

NVD

CVE-2026-56889

EUVD

EUVD-2026-78959

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	*

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Exploitability

CWE

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves an integer overflow in multiple locations, which can lead to a permission bypass. Exploitation requires system execution privileges and does not need user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain higher privileges on your system, potentially allowing them to execute unauthorized actions with system-level permissions.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply vendor-provided security patches or updates as soon as they become available to address the integer overflow issue. Monitor official security advisories for patches and implement them promptly.

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