CVE-2026-58785: Google Pixel hwmgr elevation of privilege via uninitialized data

CVE-2026-58785 · Severity: info · Published 2026-11-10

Google Pixel devices contain a vulnerability in the hardware manager component that allows a local attacker with system-level privileges to escalate their access further through uninitialized data in the user consent update function. An attacker with initial system access could gain additional privileges, potentially leading to complete device compromise and access to sensitive user data.

Technologies: Google Pixel Devices. Vendors: Google.

Quick answers

Is CVE-2026-58785 exploited in the wild?
No. Junglewise Threat Intelligence has no report of CVE-2026-58785 being exploited in the wild.
How severe is CVE-2026-58785?
Informational severity, published 10 November 2026.
Which products and versions are affected?
Google Pixel Devices prior to 2026-11-05 security patch level.
Is there a fix for CVE-2026-58785?
A patch was published on 2026-11-05. Junglewise finds every place you run it, drafts the upgrade and applies it once you approve.
How is CVE-2026-58785 attacked?
It is attacked with local access, in device firmware.
Am I affected by CVE-2026-58785?
Check whether you run Google Pixel Devices at an affected version. 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.

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the update_user_consent function of hwmgr (main.rs) and stems from use of uninitialized data, enabling privilege escalation. The attack requires local access and system execution privileges but does not require user interaction. An attacker with these preconditions can escalate their privileges further within the system.

Affected products

  • Google Pixel devices prior to 2026-11-05 security patch level

Timeline

  • 2026-11-10: disclosed
  • 2026-11-05: patched

References

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