CVE-2026-0073
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ADB Wireless Authentication Bypass in Android

Publication date: 2026-05-04

Last updated on: 2026-05-05

Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)

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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Published
2026-05-04
Last Modified
2026-05-05
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-05-05
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-0073
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 6 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
google android 14.0
google android 15.0
google android 16.0
google android 16.0
google android 16.0
google android 16.0
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CWE ID Description
CWE-303 The requirements for the product dictate the use of an established authentication algorithm, but the implementation of the algorithm is incorrect.
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Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, users should update their Android devices to the latest security patch level, specifically the 2026-05-01 security patch or later.

This patch addresses the critical security issue in the Android System component that could allow remote code execution as the shell user.

Applying the update ensures that the vulnerability is fixed and reduces the risk of exploitation.

Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the adbd_tls_verify_cert function of auth.cpp, where a logic error allows bypassing wireless ADB mutual authentication.

As a result, an attacker who is nearby (proximal or adjacent) can execute code remotely as the shell user without needing any additional privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can lead to remote code execution with high impact, allowing an attacker to run arbitrary code as the shell user.

This can compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system without requiring any user interaction.

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