CVE-2026-0029
Apache Pkvm Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Description
In __pkvm_init_vm of pkvm.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
INFO
Published Date :
March 2, 2026, 7:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
March 6, 2026, 4:16 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | CRITICAL | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 |
Solution
- Review and correct logic error in pkvm_init_vm of pkvm.c.
- Apply code changes to prevent memory corruption.
- Test thoroughly for privilege escalation vulnerabilities.
- Deploy updated firmware or software.
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CVE Modified by [email protected]
Mar. 06, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-03-01 Removed Reference https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-03-01 Removed Reference Type https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-03-01 Types: Broken Link -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Mar. 03, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance): https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/42eff3b2fd3a906ac8cdb6284d3265bc0856b56b Types: Patch, Product Added Reference Type Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance): https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/749cf1743eb22eff1851c68a533147e1af97a9bf Types: Patch, Product Added Reference Type Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance): https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/ae242b26371808a221578b89c937568781719d2c Types: Patch, Product Added Reference Type Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance): https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-03-01 Types: Broken Link -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Mar. 03, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Removed CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Mar. 03, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-269 -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Mar. 02, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In __pkvm_init_vm of pkvm.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/42eff3b2fd3a906ac8cdb6284d3265bc0856b56b Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/749cf1743eb22eff1851c68a533147e1af97a9bf Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/ae242b26371808a221578b89c937568781719d2c Added Reference https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-03-01