Out of Bounds Write Vulnerability in Android's Video Decoding Component

CVE-2026-0117

What is CVE-2026-0117?

An out of bounds write vulnerability has been identified in the video decoding component of Android, specifically in the mfc_dec_dqbuf function. This weakness arises from an improper bounds check, allowing potential local escalation of privilege without requiring additional execution rights. Exploitation of this vulnerability is possible without user interaction, which poses significant risks to the integrity and security of affected systems.

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