Google Cast RTP Null Check Bug Enables Remote DoS
CVE-2026-0156 Published on June 16, 2026
In checkSsrcCollisionOnRcv of RtpSession.cpp, there is a possible memory safety issue due to a missing null check. This could lead to remote denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-0156 is exploitable with network access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality and integrity, and a high impact on availability.
Weakness Type
NULL Pointer Dereference
A NULL pointer dereference occurs when the application dereferences a pointer that it expects to be valid, but is NULL, typically causing a crash or exit. NULL pointer dereference issues can occur through a number of flaws, including race conditions, and simple programming omissions.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-0156
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Affected Versions
Google Android Version Android kernel is affected by CVE-2026-0156Exploit Probability
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