CVE-2026-0061
Received Received - Intake
WindowState.java Tapjacking Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-06-01

Last updated on: 2026-06-01

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

Description
In multiple functions of WindowState.java, there is a possible way to trick a user into accepting a permission 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
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Currently, no data is known.
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CWE-UNKNOWN
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability exists in multiple functions of WindowState.java where an attacker can trick a user into accepting a permission through a tapjacking or overlay attack.

Tapjacking involves overlaying malicious UI elements over legitimate ones to deceive the user into interacting with them unknowingly.

In this case, the attack could 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 could gain higher access rights stealthily.

This could potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functions.


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