CVE-2026-0073
Qualcomm ADB TLS Certificate Bypass Vulnerability
Description
In adbd_tls_verify_cert of auth.cpp, there is a possible bypass of wireless ADB mutual authentication due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote (proximal/adjacent) code execution as the shell user with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
INFO
Published Date :
May 4, 2026, 6:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 5, 2026, 7:54 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 |
Solution
- Review and correct logic in auth.cpp.
- Ensure proper certificate validation.
- Test authentication bypass scenarios.
- Deploy updated authentication code.
Public PoC/Exploit Available at Github
CVE-2026-0073 has a 12 public
PoC/Exploit available at Github.
Go to the Public Exploits tab to see the list.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-0073.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-05-01 | Vendor Advisory |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-0073 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
(CAPEC)
stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-0073
weaknesses.
We scan GitHub repositories to detect new proof-of-concept exploits. Following list is a collection of public exploits and proof-of-concepts, which have been published on GitHub (sorted by the most recently updated).
Guía de Remediación Urgente
CVE-2026-0073
C++
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Shell
A PoC tool for the CVE-2026-0073 on android 11+ devices which allows instant zero click RCE on any unpatched device with adb over tcp enabled
Python
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CVE-2026-0073 — Android ADB daemon (adbd) TLS authentication bypass via EVP_PKEY_cmp type confusion. Gain unauthorized shell access over WiFi using EC/Ed25519 key mismatch. PoC exploit for Android 14+.
adbd android exploit poc security-research tls-bypass vulnerability cve-2026-0073 evp-pkey-cmp
Python
CVE-2026-0073 - ADB Wireless Mutual Authentication Bypass PoC
android cve-2026-0073 rce may-2026
Python
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Python
CVE-2026-0073 is an RCE with a CVSS severity score of 8.3, and here we will explain how it works.
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Results are limited to the first 15 repositories due to potential performance issues.
The following list is the news that have been mention
CVE-2026-0073 vulnerability anywhere in the article.
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TheCyberThrone
Google 148 Stable Channel Released with 127 Bug fixes
OverviewGoogle has released Chrome 148 to the stable channel, delivering one of the largest security update batches in the browser’s history — patching 127 vulnerabilities across Windows, macOS, and L ... Read more
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TheCyberThrone
Critical CVE-2026-0073 — Android ADB Wireless Authentication Bypass RCE
May 5, 2026OverviewCVE-2026-0073 is a critical remote code execution vulnerability residing in the adbd_tls_verify_cert function within auth.cpp — the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) daemon’s TLS certifica ... Read more
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security.nl
Kritiek lek in Androidtelefoons maakt remote code execution mogelijk
Een kritieke kwetsbaarheid in Androidtelefoons maakt remote code execution (RCE) mogelijk, zonder dat er enige interactie van gebruikers is vereist. Google heeft updates uitgebracht om het probleem te ... Read more
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CybersecurityNews
Critical Android Zero-Click Vulnerability Grants Remote Shell Access
Google has published the May 2026 Android Security Bulletin, alerting the ecosystem to a highly severe remote code execution (RCE) flaw. Tracked as CVE-2026-0073, this critical vulnerability resides d ... Read more
The following table lists the changes that have been made to the
CVE-2026-0073 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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Initial Analysis by [email protected]
May. 05, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:14.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:15.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:16.0:-:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:16.0:qpr2_beta_1:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:16.0:qpr2_beta_2:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:16.0:qpr2_beta_3:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance): https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-05-01 Types: Vendor Advisory -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
May. 04, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-303 -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
May. 04, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In adbd_tls_verify_cert of auth.cpp, there is a possible bypass of wireless ADB mutual authentication due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote (proximal/adjacent) code execution as the shell user with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Added Reference https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-05-01