CVE-2026-28622

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MediaProvider Location Metadata Disclosure Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-15

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

Description

In getQueryBuilderInternal of MediaProvider.java, there is a possible way to retrieve location metadata due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Published

2026-09-08

Last Modified

2026-09-15

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-10

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-28622

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	17.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-862	The product does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability allows an attacker to access location metadata without proper permissions. It occurs in MediaProvider.java where a permissions bypass enables retrieval of sensitive location data. No additional privileges or user interaction are required for exploitation.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access your device's location metadata, potentially revealing your physical whereabouts without your knowledge. This could lead to privacy breaches or tracking without consent.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could violate privacy regulations like GDPR or HIPAA by enabling unauthorized access to sensitive location data. Organizations may face compliance risks if user data is exposed due to this flaw.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security update from your device manufacturer or Android Open Source Project to patch MediaProvider.java. Ensure no unnecessary permissions are granted to apps accessing location metadata.

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