CVE-2026-0048
Received Received - Intake
Tapjacking Overlay Attack in Android WindowState

Publication date: 2026-06-01

Last updated on: 2026-06-01

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

Description
In hide of WindowState.java, there is a possible way to trick the user into approving permissions due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. 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
2026-06-01
Last Modified
2026-06-01
Generated
2026-06-02
AI Q&A
2026-06-02
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-0048
EUVD
EUVD-2026-33778
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Currently, no data is known.
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CWE ID Description
CWE-UNKNOWN
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability exists in the hide function of WindowState.java, where an attacker can trick the user into approving permissions through a tapjacking or overlay attack.

The attack can lead to a local escalation of privilege without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

The vulnerability can allow an attacker to escalate their privileges locally on the affected system.

Because no additional execution privileges or user interaction are needed, the attacker can gain higher access levels stealthily.


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