CVE-2026-55294

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10

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CVE-2026-55294 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In ihevcd_get_tu_data_size of ihevcd_utils.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed.

Description

In ihevcd_get_tu_data_size of ihevcd_utils.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroid17; 16-qpr2; 16; 15; 14

References

Timeline

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Status
Undergoing Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-55294?
In ihevcd_get_tu_data_size of ihevcd_utils.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
How severe is CVE-2026-55294?
CVE-2026-55294 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-55294?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST