CVE-2026-0088
Analyzed Analyzed - Analysis Complete
CertInstaller UI Misleading Dialogue Leading to Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-06-01

Last updated on: 2026-06-03

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

Description
In getCallingAppLabel of CertInstaller.java, there is a possible way to hide a sensitive security dialogue 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.
CVSS Scores
EPSS Scores
Probability:
Percentile:
Meta Information
Published
2026-06-01
Last Modified
2026-06-03
Generated
2026-06-22
AI Q&A
2026-06-02
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-21
NVD
CVE-2026-0088
EUVD
EUVD-2026-33800
Affected Vendors & Products
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
Helpful Resources
Exploitability
CWE
CWE Icon
KEV
KEV Icon
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.
Attack-Flow Graph
AI Quick Actions
Instant insights powered by AI
Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the getCallingAppLabel method of the CertInstaller.java file. It involves a possible way to hide a sensitive security dialogue due to misleading or insufficient user interface design.

Because of this, an attacker could exploit the vulnerability to escalate their privileges locally without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

The impact of this vulnerability is a local escalation of privilege, meaning an attacker who already has some access to the system could gain higher privileges.

This could allow the attacker to perform actions or access data that would normally be restricted, potentially compromising system security.

Chat Assistant
Ask questions about this CVE
Hi! I’m here to help you understand CVE-2026-0088. Ask me anything about the vulnerability, its impact, or mitigation strategies.
0/70
EPSS Chart