CVE-2026-56952
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Permission Bypass in Platform Message Handler

Publication date: 2026-10-06

Last updated on: 2026-10-06

Assigner: Google Devices

Description
In platform_msg_handler_init of default_msg_handlers.c, 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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Published
2026-10-06
Last Modified
2026-10-06
Generated
2026-10-06
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2026-10-06
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-56952
EUVD
EUVD-2026-93789

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Google Android Android kernel

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CWE ID Description
CWE-862 The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves a missing permission check in platform_msg_handler_init of default_msg_handlers.c. It allows local privilege escalation to system execution privileges without user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with system execution privileges could exploit this to bypass permissions, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive functions or data on the device.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from Google for Android to address the missing permission check in platform_msg_handler_init. Monitor official Android security bulletins for updates.

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