CVE-2026-0023 (GCVE-0-2026-0023)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2026-03-02 18:42 – Updated: 2026-03-11 15:02
VLAI
EPSS
VEX
Summary
In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible way for an app to update its ownership due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Severity
7.8 (High)
SSVC
Exploitation: none
Automatable: no
Technical Impact: total
CISA Coordinator · CISA-ADP (v2.0.3)
Decision recorded 2026-03-04 04:55 UTC
CWE
- Elevation of privilege
- CWE-269 - Improper Privilege Management
Assigner
References
1 reference
| URL | Tags |
|---|---|
| https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin… | vendor-advisory |
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