CVE-2026-28581: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Jun 1, 2026
·Updated
In fixInitiatingUserIfNecessary of CallIntentProcessor.java, there is a possible way to make an emergency call due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local with null execution privileges needed. User interaction is null for exploitation.
Affected Software
7 affected components
Google Android
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Google Android=16.0
Google Android=16.0-qpr2_beta_1
Google Android=16.0-qpr2_beta_2
Google Android=16.0-qpr2_beta_3
Event History
Jun 1, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:14 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-28581?
CVE-2026-28581 affects Google Android software due to a logic error in the CallIntentProcessor.java.
2
What is the impact of CVE-2026-28581?
The impact of CVE-2026-28581 could allow unauthorized emergency calls, which can lead to serious security concerns.
3
How do I fix CVE-2026-28581?
To fix CVE-2026-28581, ensure that your Google Android software is updated to the latest version provided by Google.
4
What is the severity of CVE-2026-28581?
CVE-2026-28581 has a medium severity rating of 4 according to the CVSS v3.1 metrics.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2026-28581?
No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2026-28581.