CVE-2026-0177

What it is

In do_sss_aes_gcm_256_op of crypto-aes.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

At a glance

Exploitability

Can be exploited locally on the machine with an admin-level account. High risk of data exposure.

Exploit odds

0.1% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS).

Fix

A patch, advisory or fixed version is referenced. Upgrade or apply it.

Timeline

1. 2026-09-15 19:17 UTC PublishedDisclosed publicly on CVE.org and NVD
2. 2026-09-21 17:22 UTC Last updatedMost recent change to the record

Details

Published

2026-09-15 19:17 UTC

Last modified

2026-09-21 17:22 UTC

Exploit probability

0.1% · EPSS, next 30 days

Weakness

CWE-120 · Classic buffer overflow

Record status

Analyzed

Affected

• Google Android

Attack profile CVSS 3.1 · 4.4

Attack vector

Local

Complexity

Low

Privileges needed

High

User interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

None

Availability

None