How serious is CVE-2026-20442?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.4 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2026-20442?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2026-20442 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-20442?

CVE-2026-20442 affects google android. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2026-20442?

To remediate CVE-2026-20442, check for security patches from google. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2026-20442

Medium

|4.4

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker with system privileges on an Android device to crash the system, causing a denial of service. The attacker does not need any user interaction to exploit this flaw, but they must already have gained elevated privileges on the device.

Technical Description

In display, there is a possible system crash due to use after free. This could lead to local denial of service if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS10436998; Issue ID: MSV-5723.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorLocal

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredHigh

User InteractionNone

Confidentiality ImpactNone

Integrity ImpactNone

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Exploit Resources

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Official References

NIST NVD

Est. Bounty

$569($500-$1K)

Vendor Response

Grade APatched in 1 day

Quick Information

Published

Mar 2, 2026

about 1 month ago

Last Modified

Mar 3, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

google

Product

android

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