CVE-2026-56970 Missing authorization in Android
A missing permission check in Android allows local attackers to escalate privileges without user interaction or additional execution privileges.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2026-56970?
CVE-2026-56970 is a high-severity missing authorization 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 multiple locations, there is a possible permission bypass due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Weakness: CWE-693
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-56970?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Google Android.
How do I fix CVE-2026-56970?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2026-56970 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-56970 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Google Android
Sources
Also known as A-508704568, GHSA-q7xc-fmpp-x9xp, PUB-A-508704568.