Stack Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Android's ipphelper.c
CVE-2026-58853

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-58853?

A stack buffer overflow vulnerability exists in multiple functions of ipphelper.c within Android. This issue arises from a lack of proper bounds checking. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to trigger denial of service without requiring any user interaction or additional execution privileges. This situation emphasizes the importance of keeping systems updated to mitigate such risks.

Affected Version(s)

Android 17

Android 16-qpr2

Android 16

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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