CVE-2026-55287
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Grant Credentials Permission UI Deception in Android

Publication date: 2026-11-02

Last updated on: 2026-11-02

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

Description
In onCreate of GrantCredentialsPermissionActivity.java, there is a possible way to trick the user into granting account credentials due to misleading or insufficient UI. This could lead to local 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-2026-55287

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Showing 5 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
Google Android 17
Google Android 16-qpr2
Google Android 16
Google Android 15
Google Android 14

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CWE ID Description
CWE-451 The user interface (UI) does not properly represent critical information to the user, allowing the information - or its source - to be obscured or spoofed. This is often a component in phishing attacks.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the Android component GrantCredentialsPermissionActivity.java. It allows an attacker to trick users into granting account credentials through misleading or insufficient user interface cues. Exploitation could lead to local privilege escalation without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to user credentials, potentially leading to account takeovers or further system compromise. Since no user interaction is needed, attacks could be automated or silent.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Android security update from Google to patch the vulnerability in GrantCredentialsPermissionActivity.java. Monitor official Android security bulletins for updates.

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