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CVE-2026-58678 Google CVE debrief
A logic error in the Bootloader could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. This CVE was published on 2026-09-15T19:17:31.503Z and was last modified on 2026-09-18T17:28:45.393Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. The Bootloader component is affected, and defenders should assess exposure and verify System execution privileges. User interaction is not needed for exploitation, and local escalation of privilege could lead to increased access and control.
- Vendor
- Product
- Android
- CVSS
- HIGH 7.8
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-09-15
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-09-18
- Advisory published
- 2026-09-15
- Advisory updated
- 2026-09-18
Who should care
Defenders and administrators responsible for Bootloader components and System execution privileges should assess exposure and verify privileges.
Why it matters
Defenders should assess exposure and verify System execution privileges on Bootloader components due to a logic error that could lead to local escalation of privilege.
- Verification of System execution privileges on Bootloader components is required
- Local escalation of privilege could lead to increased access and control
Technical summary
A logic error in the Bootloader could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. The vulnerability is due to a logic error in the Bootloader code, which could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges. Defenders should assess exposure and verify System execution privileges on Bootloader components.
Defensive priority
Assess exposure and verify System execution privileges on Bootloader components.
Recommended defensive actions
- Assess exposure of Bootloader components in your environment
- Verify System execution privileges on Bootloader components
- Review and apply vendor advisories for Bootloader updates
Evidence notes
The CVE record and NVD vulnerability detail page provide information on the logic error in the Bootloader and potential local escalation of privilege.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-58678 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-58678
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-58678 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-58678
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2026/2026-09-01
[email protected] - Vendor Advisory
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.