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CVE-2026-56947: Phone interface may reveal carrier restriction info
CVE-2026-56947 · published 4 days ago
Summary
On Android devices, the PhoneInterfaceManager component can be tricked into bypassing permission checks and disclose carrier restriction status to any local user. This exposure does not grant additional privileges, but it allows internal carrier details to be seen without user interaction. Apply the latest system updates or patches from the device manufacturer to resolve the issue.
What to do
- Update google :unknown: to version Pixel-family specific:2026-11-05.
Affected software
| Ecosystem | Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android | :unknown: |
>= Pixel-family specific:0, < Pixel-family specific:2026-11-05 Fix: upgrade to Pixel-family specific:2026-11-05
|
Original advisory text
In getCarrierRestrictionStatus of PhoneInterfaceManager.java, there is a possible permission bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional exec...
In getCarrierRestrictionStatus of PhoneInterfaceManager.java, there is a possible permission bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2026-11-01 Vendor Advisory
Timeline
Published1 Nov 2026
Updated2 Nov 2026
First seen2 Nov 2026
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