Denial of Service Vulnerability in Android Software by Google
CVE-2026-55256

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Google

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-55256?

This vulnerability is rooted in the improper input validation within the parsePartHeaders function across multiple files in Android software. It allows an attacker to launch a persistent denial of service attack remotely, without needing any special execution privileges or user interaction. This flaw could lead to significant disruptions, making it critical for users and administrators to stay informed and apply necessary security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Android 17

Android 16-qpr2

Android 16

References

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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