Improper input validation in Google Android
CVE-2026-55273
In AppendCommentLine of AnnotationProcessor.cpp, there is a possible supply chain risk due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)
CVSS v3 metric
CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
Affected products
- Google Android — versions 16, 16-qpr2, 17
Weakness classification (CWE)
References
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-55273?
- CVE-2026-55273 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android, classified under Improper Input Validation. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2026-09-08.
- How severe is CVE-2026-55273?
- High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.