LocalImageResolver Remote Persistent DoS via DNG Bypass

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-23

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

Description

In multiple functions of LocalImageResolver.java, there is a possible Remote Persistent Denial of Service due to a DNG image rendering check bypass. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege 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

2026-09-23

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-09

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-28666

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-863	The product performs an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action, but it does not correctly perform the check.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves a flaw in LocalImageResolver.java where certain DNG image rendering checks can be bypassed. This allows a remote attacker to cause a persistent denial of service without needing additional privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to crash or disable systems remotely, leading to service disruptions. Since no extra permissions are required, even basic network access could be enough to trigger the issue.

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