CVE-2026-28647
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DeviceAdminAppsPreferenceController Permission Bypass Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-10-05

Last updated on: 2026-10-05

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

Description
In updateState of DeviceAdminAppsPreferenceController.java, there is a possible permission bypass 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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Published
2026-10-05
Last Modified
2026-10-05
Generated
2026-10-05
AI Q&A
2026-10-05
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-28647
EUVD
EUVD-2026-92629

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 3 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
Google Android 16-qpr2
Google Android 15
Google Android 14

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a logic error in the DeviceAdminAppsPreferenceController.java file that allows a local attacker to bypass permissions. It enables privilege escalation without needing extra execution rights or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain elevated privileges on your device, potentially accessing restricted functions or data without your knowledge.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Android security update from Google to patch the logic error in DeviceAdminAppsPreferenceController.java. Monitor official Android security bulletins for updates.

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