Confused Deputy File Access in Android

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-08

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

Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible read/write access to files without the proper permissions due to a confused deputy. 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

2026-09-08

Generated

2026-09-09

AI Q&A

2026-09-09

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-28624

Affected Vendors & Products

Currently, no data is known.

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Exploitability

CWE

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves a confused deputy issue where an attacker can gain read/write access to files without proper permissions. This could allow local privilege escalation without needing additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access or modify sensitive files on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized data exposure or system compromise. Since no user interaction or extra privileges are needed, the risk is significant for local users.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply security patches or updates from the vendor if available. Review file permissions and access controls to ensure proper restrictions are in place. Monitor system logs for unusual file access patterns.

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