CVE-2026-28612: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In resolveActivity of ActivityStarter.java, there is a possible way to perform Intent Redirection attacks 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
This vulnerability exists due to a logic error in the resolveActivity method of ActivityStarter.java in Google Android. The flaw allows an attacker to perform Intent Redirection attacks, which can lead to local escalation of privilege without needing extra execution privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2026-28612 and affects Android versions 16, 16-qpr2, and 17. It has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, indicating high severity with impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges on the affected Android device, potentially gaining higher access rights than intended. This could compromise system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No user interaction is required, increasing the risk of exploitation in local attack scenarios.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users and administrators should monitor official Google Android security advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- google_android
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-02T19:11:09.008Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa05610acd9273b490f53eb
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:08 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:51:13 UTC
Last updated: 10/22/2026, 13:15:21 UTC
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