CVE-2026-28602: Information disclosure in Google Android
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.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.8high
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28602 in Google Android arises from a logic error in the setClipboardAccessNotificationsEnabledForUser method within ClipboardService.java. This error leads to a failure in properly isolating clipboard access notifications between users in a multi-user environment. As a result, an attacker with local access can escalate privileges without needing further execution rights or user interaction, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information or system capabilities.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to local privilege escalation and information disclosure on affected Android devices. The attacker does not require additional execution privileges or user interaction, increasing the risk of exploitation by local adversaries. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability as indicated by the CVSS vector (C:H/I:H/A:H).
Mitigation Recommendations
No explicit patch or remediation details are provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the official Google Android security advisories for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict local access to trusted users and monitor for unusual local activity related to clipboard services.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:06.137Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa0560dacd9273b490f53bb
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:05 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:31:57 UTC
Last updated: 10/21/2026, 13:20:21 UTC
Views: 26
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