Improper Data Sanitization in Android OS

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-24

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

Description

In multiple locations, 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

2026-09-24

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-09

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-45525

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 the code that causes improper data sanitization in multiple locations. It allows local information disclosure without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access sensitive local information on your device. Since no extra permissions or user actions are needed, it poses a risk for unauthorized data exposure.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches or updates from the vendor as soon as they become available. Monitor official advisories from Android for specific fixes related to this vulnerability.

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