CVE-2026-0020
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Permissions Bypass in ParsedPermissionUtils.java Enables Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-03-02

Last updated on: 2026-03-06

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

Description
In parsePermissionGroup of ParsedPermissionUtils.java, there is a possible way to bypass a consent dialog to obtain permissions due to a permissions bypass. 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
2026-03-02
Last Modified
2026-03-06
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-02
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-0020
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Showing 6 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
google android 14.0
google android 15.0
google android 16.0
google android 16.0
google android 16.0
google android 16.0
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CWE ID Description
CWE-639 The system's authorization functionality does not prevent one user from gaining access to another user's data or record by modifying the key value identifying the data.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the parsePermissionGroup function of the ParsedPermissionUtils.java file. It allows an attacker to bypass a consent dialog that normally controls permission granting. As a result, permissions can be obtained without the user's consent.

The bypass leads to a local escalation of privilege, meaning an attacker can gain higher-level permissions on the device without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can impact you by allowing an attacker to escalate their privileges on your device locally without your knowledge or interaction.

  • An attacker could gain unauthorized permissions.
  • This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functions.
  • Since no user interaction is needed, the attack could happen silently.
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