CVE-2026-55263
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AllowBindAppWidgetActivity UI Misleading Leading to Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-11-02

Last updated on: 2026-11-02

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

Description
In multiple functions of AllowBindAppWidgetActivity.java, there is a possible misunderstanding of reject/consent actions due to misleading or insufficient UI. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is 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-2026-55263

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Google Android 17
Google Android 16-qpr2
Google Android 16
Google Android 15
Google Android 14

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves misleading or insufficient UI in AllowBindAppWidgetActivity.java functions, causing users to misunderstand reject/consent actions. This could lead to local privilege escalation without needing extra execution privileges, requiring user interaction for exploitation.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain elevated local privileges on your device by tricking you into making incorrect choices due to confusing UI. No additional permissions are needed beyond user interaction.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security update from Google to address the misleading UI issue in AllowBindAppWidgetActivity.java. Monitor official Android security bulletins for patches.

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