CVE-2026-28577
Tapjacking in Android WindowManagerService
Publication date: 2026-06-01
Last updated on: 2026-06-01
Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)
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| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-1021 | The web application does not restrict or incorrectly restricts frame objects or UI layers that belong to another application or domain, which can lead to user confusion about which interface the user is interacting with. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in the addWindow function of WindowManagerService.java and involves a tapjacking or overlay attack.
Tapjacking is a technique where an attacker tricks a user into tapping on something different from what the user perceives, often by overlaying malicious content.
In this case, the vulnerability allows an attacker to perform a local escalation of privilege without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to a local escalation of privilege, meaning an attacker with local access could gain higher privileges on the affected system.
Since no user interaction is needed, the attacker can exploit this vulnerability silently, potentially gaining unauthorized control or access to sensitive functions.