CVE-2026-58778: Google Pixel use-after-free race condition privilege escalation

CVE-2026-58778 · Severity: info · Published 2026-11-10

Google Pixel devices contain a use-after-free vulnerability in multiple kernel and firmware components caused by a race condition that allows a local attacker with system execution privileges to escalate their access. Exploitation requires no user interaction and could lead to full device compromise or persistent malware installation.

Technologies: Google Pixel Devices. Vendors: Google.

Quick answers

Is CVE-2026-58778 exploited in the wild?
No. Junglewise Threat Intelligence has no report of CVE-2026-58778 being exploited in the wild.
How severe is CVE-2026-58778?
Informational severity, published 10 November 2026.
Which products and versions are affected?
Google Pixel devices.
Is there a fix for CVE-2026-58778?
Yes: fixed in 2026-11-05 security patch level or later. Junglewise finds every place you run it, drafts the upgrade and applies it once you approve.
How is CVE-2026-58778 attacked?
It is attacked with local access, in device firmware.
Am I affected by CVE-2026-58778?
Check whether you run Google Pixel Devices. Junglewise does that check for you around the clock: connect your code, cloud and domains, and it matches new vulnerabilities like this one against what you actually run and tells you when one reaches you.

How to fix

  • Fixed in: 2026-11-05 security patch level or later

Technical details

A use-after-free race condition exists in multiple locations across kernel and firmware components in Pixel devices. The vulnerability requires local access and System execution privileges to exploit, allowing an attacker to gain elevated privileges or execute arbitrary code in privileged contexts. Patches are available in the 2026-11-05 security patch level.

Affected products

  • Google Pixel devices

Timeline

  • 2026-11-10: disclosed

References

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