CVE-2026-28611: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In multiple functions of NfcService.java, there is a possible silent payment session hijacking enablement due to a missing permission check. 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
This vulnerability in Google Android's NfcService.java arises from missing permission checks in multiple functions, enabling an attacker with local access and limited privileges to hijack silent payment sessions. Exploitation does not require user interaction, leading to a local escalation of privilege. The CVSS score is 7.8, indicating high severity with impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
An attacker with local access and limited privileges can exploit this vulnerability to hijack silent payment sessions, resulting in elevation of privilege. This could compromise sensitive payment information and allow unauthorized transactions without user consent.
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.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:06.138Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa0560dacd9273b490f53cb
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:05 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:51:09 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 15:10:12 UTC
Views: 29
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