Clipboard Access Notification Bypass in Android

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-15

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

Description

In setClipboardAccessNotificationsEnabledForUser of ClipboardService.java, there is a possible mult-iuser isolation due to a logic error in the code. 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-2026-28602

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
google	android	14.0
google	android	15.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	16.0
google	android	17.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-284	The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is due to a logic error in ClipboardService.java where setClipboardAccessNotificationsEnabledForUser fails to properly isolate clipboard access between multiple users. This allows a local attacker to bypass intended restrictions and potentially escalate privileges without needing additional permissions or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with local access to gain higher privileges on your device, potentially accessing sensitive data or performing unauthorized actions. Since no user interaction is required, the risk depends on physical or remote local access to the device.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Android security updates to patch the ClipboardService.java logic error. Monitor vendor advisories for specific mitigation steps.

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