CVE-2026-28606: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In handleBondStateChanged of AdapterService.java, there is a possible way to skip pairing due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege without user consent with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
Android
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-28606 in Google Android arises from a logic error in the handleBondStateChanged method of AdapterService.java. This error allows an attacker to bypass the Bluetooth pairing process, leading to remote elevation of privilege without user interaction or additional execution privileges. The issue affects Android versions 15, 16, 16-qpr2, and 17. The CVSS v3.1 score is 9.8, indicating critical severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
An attacker can remotely escalate privileges on affected Android devices without user consent or interaction, potentially gaining full control over the device. This could lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system.
Mitigation Recommendations
No patch or remediation information is provided in the available data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the official Google Android security advisories for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:06.138Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa0560dacd9273b490f53c4
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:05 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:29:31 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 15:10:12 UTC
Views: 44
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