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CVE-2026-0144 Google CVE debrief

A memory safety issue was found in the AocAudioCodec.cpp file, specifically in the writeAocCommand function. This issue is due to a missing bounds check, which could lead to a remote denial of service attack. The attack requires no additional execution privileges and does not need user interaction to be exploited.

Vendor
Google
Product
Android
CVSS
MEDIUM 6.5
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-06-16
Original CVE updated
2026-06-17
Advisory published
2026-06-16
Advisory updated
2026-06-17

Who should care

This CVE affects Android users and administrators, as it could potentially be used to launch a denial-of-service attack.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is located in the writeAocCommand function of AocAudioCodec.cpp. A missing bounds check could allow an attacker to cause a memory safety issue, leading to a denial of service.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply the security patch as soon as possible to prevent exploitation.
  • Ensure that the affected system or device is updated with the latest security patches.

Evidence notes

The CVE was published on June 16, 2026, and last modified on June 16, 2026. The vulnerability has been reported to be related to the Android operating system.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-0144 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-0144

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-0144 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-0144

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.