Android Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Release Date: 5 May 2026

RISK: Medium Risk

TYPE: Operating Systems - Mobile & Apps

A vulnerability was identified in Android. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to trigger remote code execution on the targeted system.

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Impact

• Remote Code Execution

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System / Technologies affected

• Android security patch level prior to 2026-05-01

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Solutions

Before installation of the software, please visit the vendor web-site for more details.

• Apply fixes issued by the vendor:
  https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-05-01

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Vulnerability Identifier

• CVE-2026-0073

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Source

• Android

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Related Link

• https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-05-01