Definition

A vulnerability that lets code cross from a lower-privilege process or SELinux domain into a higher-privilege one — e.g., from untrusted_app to a domain that can access a gated OEM kernel driver.

Key Points

  • 2026-09: First stage in oempocalypse chains when OEM SELinux policy restricts target page-uaf driver to privileged domain (2026-09-14-oempocalypse-android-root)
  • Implemented via logic flaws in OEM IPC endpoints rather than generic Android bugs
  • Combined with page UAF in OEM kernel drivers for full root on locked-bootloader devices

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