CVE-2026-0073 — HIGH (8.8) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability 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.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	14.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-303

References

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

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-0073?

CVE-2026-0073 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). 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 ...

How severe is CVE-2026-0073?

CVE-2026-0073 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-0073?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.