CVE-2026-56944
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CVE-2026-56944 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In smmu_detach_dev of private/google-modules/iommu/arm-smmu-v3/drivers/iommu/arm/arm-smmu-v3/pkvm/arm-smmu-v3.c, there is a possible Use After Free due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In smmu_detach_dev of private/google-modules/iommu/arm-smmu-v3/drivers/iommu/arm/arm-smmu-v3/pkvm/arm-smmu-v3.c, there is a possible Use After Free due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User 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.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | Android kernel |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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