CVE-2026-0028 - Vulnerability Analysis

Overview

The pkvm_host_share_guest function in mem_protect.c contains an out of bounds write caused by an integer overflow, letting local attackers escalate privileges without additional execution rights, exploit requires no user interaction.

Severity & Score

Impact

Local attackers can escalate privileges, potentially gaining unauthorized access or control over the system.

Mitigation

Update to the latest version containing the fix.

References

• https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-03-01
• https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/986614312222d4b3bdcf16840cdb4abdaed8a42d
• https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/aff2255dbe38dc7c57bac8d3ba9feed989289b20
• https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/f3a4b4d4a1fe2aface7de74ac257b8705b6de472

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TheHackerWire

@thehackerwire

Mar 2, 2026

🟠 CVE-2026-0028 - High (8.4) In __pkvm_host_share_guest of mem_protect.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an integer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for ex... 🔗 https://www.thehackerwire.com/vulnerability/CVE-2026-0028/ #CVE #vulnerability #infosec #cybersecurity #security #Tenda #patchstack

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