CVE-2026-0038
Apache MemProtect Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Description
In multiple functions of mem_protect.c, there is a possible way to execute arbitrary code 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 :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-0038
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Solution
- Review and correct logic errors in mem_protect.c.
- Implement bounds checking for memory operations.
- Test code changes thoroughly to ensure security.
- Deploy updated code.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Mar. 02, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In multiple functions of mem_protect.c, there is a possible way to execute arbitrary code 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/+/1bf8033b56a45165602f8116e0a0d2e767f1e8ae Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/513ea99ae008b81dd266bf6e361627c058ddde41 Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/652b7b6bf9a62cc12c3a071bab4e92314f046739 Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/7e1d15d29b7fe0f858926a8bcaf929b75db9e52a Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/b23a5bfa1fb8f9525e21f095a87486a2bd856321 Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/d884f499434c224285c30d460681f1ce76a8cf1f Added Reference https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/f090d4b083a9ef4831f99e692c239542dd385cb4 Added Reference https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-03-01