CVE-2026-28671: Information disclosure in Google Android
Description
In updateInternal of MediaProvider.java, there is a possible expose contents of files due to a race condition. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS v3.1
Score 3.3low
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a race condition in the updateInternal method of MediaProvider.java in Google Android. The flaw could allow local attackers to disclose contents of files due to improper synchronization, leading to information leakage. Exploitation does not require elevated privileges or user interaction.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access and limited privileges could exploit this race condition to read sensitive file contents. The impact is limited to confidentiality loss without affecting integrity or availability. No remote exploitation or privilege escalation is indicated.
Mitigation Recommendations
No explicit patch or remediation information is provided. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:24.242Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa05616acd9273b490f5510
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:14 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:41:26 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 15:10:12 UTC
Views: 40
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