CVE-2026-56949
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CVE-2026-56949 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.4/10 on the CVSS scale. In multiple locations, there is a possible way to modify authenticated coprocessor firmware in shared memory before loading due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed.
Description
In multiple locations, there is a possible way to modify authenticated coprocessor firmware in shared memory before loading 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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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | Android kernel |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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