CVE-2026-28584: Denial of service in Google Android
Description
In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible way to permanently DoS the device due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.5medium
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability arises from a logic error in the createSessionInternal method of PackageInstallerService.java in Google Android. It allows an attacker with local privileges to cause a permanent denial of service on the device. No additional execution privileges or user interaction are required for exploitation. The flaw affects Android versions 16-qpr2 and 17. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.5, reflecting a medium severity with local attack vector, low attack complexity, low privileges required, no user interaction, and impact limited to availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in a permanent denial of service condition on the affected Android device, disrupting availability. There is no impact on confidentiality or integrity. The attacker needs local access with limited privileges, and no user interaction is required.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or official fix information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict local access to trusted users and monitor for suspicious activity related to PackageInstallerService.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:00.351Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa0560aacd9273b490f4ec5
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:02 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:40:13 UTC
Last updated: 10/22/2026, 01:15:22 UTC
Views: 27
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