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CVE-2026-0161 Google CVE debrief

CVE-2026-0161 is a vulnerability in the RtpSession.cpp file, which could lead to an out of bounds write due to an integer overflow. This vulnerability has the potential to allow remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not required for exploitation. The CVE was published on 2026-06-16T20:16:26.610Z and last modified on 2026-06-16T20:42:25.013Z.

Vendor
Google
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 administrators should be aware of this vulnerability, as it could potentially be exploited remotely.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is located in the numberOfReportBlocks function of RtpSession.cpp. An integer overflow could occur, leading to an out of bounds write.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply patches or updates from the vendor as soon as they become available.
  • Monitor network traffic and system logs for suspicious activity.
  • Implement additional security measures, such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

Evidence notes

The vendor is listed as Unknown Vendor, but there is evidence suggesting the product is Android.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-0161 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-0161

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

  • CVE-2026-0161 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-0161

    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.