CVE-2026-0089

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PackageInstallerService Missing Permission Check Leads 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 multiple functions of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible way to install unverified apps due to a missing permission check. 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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Meta Information

Published

2026-06-01

Last Modified

2026-06-03

Generated

2026-07-12

AI Q&A

2026-06-02

EPSS Evaluated

2026-07-11

NVD

CVE-2026-0089

EUVD

EUVD-2026-33801

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	16.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	16.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-269	The product does not properly assign, modify, track, or check privileges for an actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in multiple functions of PackageInstallerService.java where a missing permission check allows the installation of unverified apps.

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

Impact Analysis

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

This could allow the attacker to install unverified applications without user consent or interaction, potentially compromising system integrity and security.

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