CVE-2026-0073: Remote code execution in Google Android
In adbd_tls_verify_cert of auth.cpp, there is a possible bypass of wireless ADB mutual authentication due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote (proximal/adjacent) code execution as the shell user with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability exists in the adbd_tls_verify_cert function of Android's auth.cpp, where a logic error permits bypassing the wireless ADB mutual authentication mechanism. Exploitation enables an attacker in proximity to execute code remotely on the device with shell user privileges. The affected Android versions include 14, 15, 16, and 16-qpr2. No CVSS score or vendor advisory patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker near the device to execute arbitrary code remotely with shell user privileges without needing user interaction. This could compromise device integrity and security. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary mitigation has been documented. Until a patch is available, restricting wireless ADB usage and limiting physical proximity to trusted users may reduce risk.
CVE-2026-0073: Remote code execution in Google Android
Description
In adbd_tls_verify_cert of auth.cpp, there is a possible bypass of wireless ADB mutual authentication due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote (proximal/adjacent) code execution as the shell user with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability exists in the adbd_tls_verify_cert function of Android's auth.cpp, where a logic error permits bypassing the wireless ADB mutual authentication mechanism. Exploitation enables an attacker in proximity to execute code remotely on the device with shell user privileges. The affected Android versions include 14, 15, 16, and 16-qpr2. No CVSS score or vendor advisory patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker near the device to execute arbitrary code remotely with shell user privileges without needing user interaction. This could compromise device integrity and security. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary mitigation has been documented. Until a patch is available, restricting wireless ADB usage and limiting physical proximity to trusted users may reduce risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2025-10-15T15:40:58.386Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69f8e3e0cbff5d86103e4650
Added to database: 5/4/2026, 6:22:24 PM
Last enriched: 5/4/2026, 6:36:51 PM
Last updated: 5/5/2026, 6:13:37 AM
Views: 13
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