CVE-2026-55297

MEDIUMCVSS 6.4/10

Last modified

CVE-2026-55297 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.4/10 on the CVSS scale. In handle_chan_msg of tipc_virtio_dev.c, there is a possible way to bypass memory tag access controls via concurrent shared memory modification due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed.

Description

In handle_chan_msg of tipc_virtio_dev.c, there is a possible way to bypass memory tag access controls via concurrent shared memory modification due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Affected Software

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

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroidAndroid kernel

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Timeline

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Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-55297?
In handle_chan_msg of tipc_virtio_dev.c, there is a possible way to bypass memory tag access controls via concurrent shared memory modification due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
How severe is CVE-2026-55297?
CVE-2026-55297 has a CVSS score of 6.4/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-55297?
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