Out of Bounds Read Vulnerability in libxml2 Affects Android Devices
CVE-2025-26434

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-26434?

In libxml2, an out of bounds read vulnerability arises from a buffer overflow issue, potentially leading to local information disclosure. This vulnerability can be exploited without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction, making it particularly concerning for affected Android devices.

Affected Version(s)

Android 16

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/android-16

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-26434 : Out of Bounds Read Vulnerability in libxml2 Affects Android Devices