Android
CVE-2026-0026
HIGH
Attack ChainAIDerived
Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain
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AccessTrigger removePermission function
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ExploitExploit logic error in permission validation
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ExecutionOverride system permission
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ImpactEscalate local privileges to higher level
Vulnerability Assessment
| Weakness |
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A01:2025 - Broken Access Control
ASVS 5.0
V8 - Authorization Authorization checks on every request
MITRE ATT&CK
1 technique across 1 tactic: Privilege Escalation The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up. |
| Exploitation Conditions | Local access required; user must interact with vulnerable removePermission function in PermissionManagerServiceImpl.java; no special configuration or privileges needed beforehand |
| Impact | CVSS 7.8 (HIGH). Attack vector: Local. Complexity: Low. Privileges required: None. User interaction: Required. Exploitable via local access. |
| Exploit ScenarioDerived | An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. |
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Alert meAnalysisAIv1 – Mar 12, 2026
Local privilege escalation in Android's PermissionManagerServiceImpl allows an attacker to override system permissions through a logic error in the removePermission function. An unprivileged local attacker can exploit this vulnerability with user interaction to gain elevated privileges. No patch is currently available and exploitation requires physical or local access to the device.
Earlier versions of this analysis (1)
In removePermission of PermissionManagerServiceImpl.java, there is a possible way to override any system permission due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. [CVSS 7.8 HIGH]
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Classified as CWE-862 (Missing Authorization). Affects Android. In removePermission of PermissionManagerServiceImpl.java, there is a possible way to override any system permission due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
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Severity by source
AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorNVD
DescriptionCVE.org
In removePermission of PermissionManagerServiceImpl.java, there is a possible way to override any system permission due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
Executive ViewAI
CVE-2026-0026 is a privilege escalation vulnerability affecting permission management systems that could allow local attackers to bypass security controls and gain unauthorized system access. Without a vendor patch currently available, this poses an immediate risk to any organization running affected systems, particularly those with untrusted local users or contractor access.
Restrict local system access through privileged access management (PAM) solutions; implement strict file-level access controls on PermissionManagerServiceImpl.java and related binaries; enable detailed audit logging for all permission modifications; consider disabling non-essential permission management features until patch availability; segment systems to limit lateral movement post-compromise; require multi-factor authentication for local administrative access.
Threat Intelligence Overview
NVD
CVE.org
EPSS
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SSVC AssessmentENISA
Priority Score
Attack Technique
Privilege escalation occurs when an attacker leverages flaws in access control mechanisms to gain permissions beyond what they were originally granted.
Affected Products (CPE)CVE.org
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