CVE-2026-20536: Use After Free
Published Oct 5, 2026
·Updated
In aidl, there is a possible memory corruption due to use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS11242428; Issue ID: MSV-9038.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Google Android aidl
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Patch ALPS11242428
Event History
Oct 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What level of access does an attacker need before exploiting this issue?
The attacker must already have obtained System privilege. Exploitation does not require user interaction.
2
What is the potential impact after exploitation?
The use-after-free condition can cause memory corruption and may allow local escalation of privilege.
3
Which patch or tracking identifiers should teams use when checking remediation status?
Use Patch ID ALPS11242428 and Issue ID MSV-9038 when checking whether the issue has been addressed.