Tapjacking Overlay Attack in Android InstallLaunch

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-15

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

Description

In onCreate of InstallLaunch.kt, there is a possible misleading UI due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. 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

2026-09-08

Last Modified

2026-09-15

Generated

2026-09-29

AI Q&A

2026-09-09

EPSS Evaluated

2026-09-27

NVD

CVE-2026-28572

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	16.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-601	The web application accepts a user-controlled input that specifies a link to an external site, and uses that link in a redirect.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves a tapjacking or overlay attack in the onCreate function of InstallLaunch.kt. An attacker could create a misleading UI to trick users into performing actions they did not intend, potentially leading to privilege escalation without needing additional execution rights.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to trick you into granting permissions or performing actions you did not intend, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over your device.

Mitigation Strategies

Update your Android device to the latest security patch to address the tapjacking/overlay attack in InstallLaunch.kt. Ensure no third-party apps are using overlay permissions abusively.

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