CVE-2026-28645
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Unauthenticated USB Data Enablement in Android UsbService

Publication date: 2026-11-02

Last updated on: 2026-11-02

Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)

Description
In onStrongAuthRequiredChanged of UsbService.java, there is a possible unauthenticated enabling of USB data due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Published
2026-11-02
Last Modified
2026-11-02
Generated
2026-11-02
AI Q&A
2026-11-02
EPSS Evaluated
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CVE-2026-28645

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Google Android 17
Google Android 16-qpr2
Google Android 16
Google Android 15

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CWE ID Description
CWE-693 The product does not use or incorrectly uses a protection mechanism that provides sufficient defense against directed attacks against the product.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a logic error in the Android UsbService.java file. It allows unauthenticated enabling of USB data transfer, which could lead to physical privilege escalation without needing additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with physical access could exploit this to enable USB data transfer on your device without authentication. This might allow unauthorized data access or manipulation via USB connections.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Android security update from Google to patch the logic error in UsbService.java. Disable USB debugging or restrict USB access if not required. Monitor for unauthorized USB device connections.

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