CVE-2026-0089
Received Received - Intake
PackageInstallerService Missing Permission Check Leads to Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-06-01

Last updated on: 2026-06-02

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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Published
2026-06-01
Last Modified
2026-06-02
Generated
2026-06-02
AI Q&A
2026-06-02
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-0089
EUVD
EUVD-2026-33801
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Currently, no data is known.
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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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

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.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

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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