CVE-2026-28642: Elevation of privilege in Google Android
Description
In executeRequest of ActivityStarter.java, there is a possible background activity launch 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-2026-28642 exists in the executeRequest method of ActivityStarter.java in Google Android. Due to a logic error, it is possible for an attacker to launch background activities improperly, resulting in local escalation of privilege. No user interaction or additional execution privileges are required for exploitation. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability with low attack complexity and privileges required.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with local access to escalate privileges without needing additional permissions or user interaction. This can lead to full compromise of the device's confidentiality, integrity, and availability, potentially enabling unauthorized actions or data access.
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
- 2026-03-02T19:11:16.421Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa05612acd9273b490f5441
Added to database: 09/08/2026, 18:38:10 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 01:53:36 UTC
Last updated: 10/23/2026, 15:10:12 UTC
Views: 22
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