CVE-2026-0071
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Missing Permission Check in SettingsLib Leads to Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-06-17

Last updated on: 2026-06-17

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

Description
In SettingsLib, there is a possible missing permission check due to a logic error in the code. 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
2026-06-17
Last Modified
2026-06-17
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2026-06-17
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2026-06-17
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NVD
CVE-2026-0071
EUVD
EUVD-2026-37567
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Currently, no data is known.
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CWE-UNKNOWN
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in SettingsLib due to a possible missing permission check caused by a logic error in the code.

Because of this, an attacker can escalate their privileges locally without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability allows local escalation of privilege, meaning an attacker with local access can gain higher privileges on the affected system.

This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive functions or data, potentially compromising the security and integrity of the system.

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