CVE-2026-0073: android — Fix

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.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS — Exploit Prediction

0.0001

Probability of exploitation

0.01%

Percentile rank

EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-303 CWE-303

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
google	android	All
google	android	All
google	android	All
google	android	All
google	android	All
google	android	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-05-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-0073? +

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. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-0073? +

CVE-2026-0073 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching. The EPSS score is 0.0001, placing it in the 0th percentile for exploitation probability.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-0073? +

CVE-2026-0073 affects products from google, specifically: android. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-0073? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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