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CVE-2026-0160 Google CVE debrief
CVE-2026-0160 is a vulnerability in the TextRtpPayloadDecoderNode component. An out of bounds write can lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not required for exploitation. The CVE was published on [cvePublishedAt](https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-0160) and last modified on [cveModifiedAt](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-0160).
- Vendor
- Product
- Android
- CVSS
- HIGH 8.8
- 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
Android users and developers should be aware of this vulnerability. The [source reference](ref-4) provides additional information on the security bulletin.
Technical summary
The vulnerability is caused by a missing bounds check in TextRtpPayloadDecoderNode::DecodeT140 of TextRtpPayloadDecoderNode.cpp. This can lead to an out of bounds write, potentially allowing remote code execution.
Defensive priority
high
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply patches or updates from the vendor as soon as available.
- Review and follow security guidelines provided by the vendor.
Evidence notes
The vendor and product information is currently unknown. The [CVE record](cve-org) and [NVD detail](nvd) provide additional information on the vulnerability.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-0160 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-0160
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-0160 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-0160
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2026/2026-06-01
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.