XmpDataParser Java Logic Error Leads to Local Information Disclosure

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-15

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

Description

In multiple functions of XmpDataParser.java, there is a possible improper data sanitization due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-09-08

Last Modified

2026-09-15

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-09

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-28638

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	14.0
google	android	15.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	17.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-20	The product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is due to a logic error in XmpDataParser.java that fails to properly sanitize data. This allows local information disclosure without needing extra execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access sensitive local information on your device. No special permissions or user actions are required for exploitation.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches or updates provided by the vendor for the affected software or system components.

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