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2026-11-04 · critical
CVE-2026-58868: Remote code execution in FrameDecoder
Critical buffer overflow (CVSS 9.8) in FrameDecoder enables RCE without user interaction. Patch immediately.
CVE-2026-58868 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the onOutputReceived function of FrameDecoder.cpp. It enables remote code execution (RCE) without requiring additional privileges or user interaction. According to NVD data, the flaw is an out-of-bounds write in a critical component, significantly amplifying exploitation risk.
The vulnerability is rated critical with CVSS 9.8. Published on November 2, 2026, it has generated consistent signals: 14 posts on X in the past 24 hours and 109 total interactions document widespread awareness among security professionals. While no public exploit is known in GitHub repositories, these signals indicate immediate attention is warranted.
System administrators and IT teams must immediately verify official patch availability from the vendor. While the NVD description does not specify affected versions, unverified signals on X suggest Android versions 14-17 and patch level 2026-11-05 and beyond. Consult official vendor advisories, apply patches as soon as available, and monitor network logs for signs of active exploitation.
At a glance
- What
- Heap buffer overflow in onOutputReceived of FrameDecoder.cpp. Enables remote code execution without additional privileges or user interaction
- Severity
- CVSS 9.8 (Critical). Out-of-bounds write in critical component per NVD
- Affected versions
- Not reported in NVD description. Unverified X signals indicate Android 14-17
- Fix
- Not reported in NVD. Unverified signals suggest patch level 2026-11-05 and beyond
- Status
- Published November 2, 2026. X signals: 14 posts in 24h, 109 interactions. No known GitHub exploit
- Action
- Verify patch availability immediately. Monitor affected environments. Consult official vendor advisories
Sources: NVD, CVE-2026-58868