Overlay Attack in Android DeviceAdminAdd

Publication date: 2026-09-08

Last updated on: 2026-09-15

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

Description

In multiple functions of DeviceAdminAdd.java, there is a possible way to an overlay due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is 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-2026-28656

Affected Vendors & Products

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

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves a tapjacking or overlay attack in DeviceAdminAdd.java. An attacker could create an overlay that tricks users into granting unintended permissions, leading to local privilege escalation without needing additional execution rights. User interaction is required for exploitation.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on your device by tricking you into interacting with a malicious overlay. This might enable unauthorized access to sensitive functions or data on your device.

Mitigation Strategies

Update to the latest Android version or apply security patches from the device manufacturer to address the overlay vulnerability in DeviceAdminAdd.java.

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