CVE-2026-28573 Google CVE debrief

Who should care

Android users and administrators should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to ensure their devices are updated with the necessary patches. The vulnerability affects Android devices and has a critical severity level with a CVSS score of 10. Users should review and update device configurations to ensure proper permission checks are in place.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is located in AndroidManifest.xml and involves a missing permission check, which could allow for a persistent denial of service. The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 10, indicating a critical severity level. The vulnerability affects Android devices and has been publicly disclosed. The Android security team has provided guidance on mitigation, and users should apply patches or updates provided by the vendor.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

• Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor
• Review and update device configurations to ensure proper permission checks are in place
• Monitor devices for suspicious activity
• Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
• Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-06-18T08:16:33.853Z and was last modified on 2026-06-22T18:16:35.153Z. The NVD entry is currently Modified. This information is based on the NVD entry and CVE record. The vulnerability affects Android devices, and the Android security team has provided guidance on mitigation. However, the specific details about the vulnerability and its impact are limited, and further verification is needed to understand the full scope of the vulnerability.

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