CVE-2026-56992: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Sep 15, 2026
·Updated
In multiple files, there is a possible permission bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Google Android
Event History
Sep 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:34 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What level of access does an attacker need before exploiting this issue?
The CVSS vector indicates that an attacker needs high privileges and local access. No user interaction is required.
2
What is the potential impact if exploitation succeeds?
The issue can enable a permission bypass through a confused deputy and may result in local privilege escalation. The description states that System execution privileges are needed.