CVE-2026-56922 Privilege escalation in Android
A confused deputy vulnerability in Android's CPM allows local attackers with system privileges to bypass permissions and escalate privileges.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2026-56922?
CVE-2026-56922 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Google Android, published on 15 Sep 2026. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In CPM, 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.
Weakness: CWE-441
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-56922?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Google Android.
How do I fix CVE-2026-56922?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Is CVE-2026-56922 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-56922 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Google Android
Sources
Also known as A-510475578, GHSA-532w-4hxj-43mf, PUB-A-510475578.