November 14, 2026

CVE Watchtower

CVE-2008-0986Google Android Sdk <= m3-rc37a

NVD

Vulnerability Summary

Integer overflow in the BMP::readFromStream method in the libsgl.so library in Google Android SDK m3-rc37a and earlier, and m5-rc14, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP file with a header containing a negative offset field.
Severity Level
UNKNOWN
Published Date
Mar 6, 2008
Last Modified
Apr 23, 2026
Exploitation Status
Public exploit available
EPSS Score (30-Day)
15.06%Probability
Root Weakness (CWE)
CWE-189 β†—
See the MITRE CWE entry for the full definition of this weakness.

Affected & Patched Versions

Affected Versions
  • Google Android Sdk <= m3-rc37a
  • Google Android Sdk
Patched Versions
No patched version published yet
Until a fix ships, reduce exposure:
  • Restrict access to the affected service or interface to trusted networks.
  • Disable the affected feature if you do not need it.
  • Watch the vendor advisory for a firmware or software update.

What to do

Prioritize this fix. Exploit code is public, so attacks can follow quickly.

  1. Check whether you run Google Android Sdk <= m3-rc37a and which version.
  2. No patched version is listed yet. Limit access to the affected service to trusted networks, and disable the feature if you can.
  3. Subscribe to the vendor advisory so you learn when a fix ships.
  4. Review logs and exposed services for signs of earlier compromise.

Timeline

  • Mar 6, 2008Published
  • Apr 23, 2026Record last modified

Score, severity and exploitation changes are tracked from the day Watchtower started logging them.

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External References

Data last checked: Nov 14, 2026 15:26 UTC