Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in Android Runtime by Google
CVE-2026-28667

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Google

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-28667?

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability has been identified in the Android Runtime, specifically within the rw_t5t.cc file. This flaw arises due to a failure to perform appropriate bounds checking. The consequence of this vulnerability could result in the disclosure of sensitive local information to an attacker, who requires no elevated privileges or user interaction to exploit the issue. Mitigation steps should be taken promptly to secure affected environments.

Affected Version(s)

Android 17

Android 16-qpr2

Android 16

References

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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