CVE-2026-56920

8.8 HIGH

Published15 Sept 2026

Description

In s_decode_vui_param of fw_hevc_dec_header.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredLow

User interactionNone

ScopeUnchanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2026/2026-09-01

Related CVEs

Recent high-severity vulnerabilities sharing a weakness type.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-56920 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-56920 is not in the CISA KEV catalog.

How severe is CVE-2026-56920?

CVE-2026-56920 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high.

How do I fix CVE-2026-56920?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.