Description
In fixInitiatingUserIfNecessary of CallIntentProcessor.java, there is a possible way to make an emergency call due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
Affected products
google: android
References1
- source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-09-01 Vendor Advisory
Metrics
- CVSS 3.1
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4.0
MEDIUM
Score source: CNA
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N - EPSS — exploit probability
- 0% percentile: 0 · as of 15 November 2026
- CWE
- CWE-476
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