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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 2, 2026, 8:29 p.m.

Remotely Exploit :

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Affected Products

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Solution
Address memory corruption in pkvm_init_vm by correcting the logic error.
  • 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.
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

While CVE identifies specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-0029 is associated with the following CWEs:

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

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Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.

  • 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
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