CVE-2026-0068 Race condition in Android
A race condition in Android's PackageInstallerService allows local attackers to remove Device Policy Controller apps without consent, leading to privilege escalation.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-0068?
CVE-2026-0068 is a critical vulnerability in Google Android, published on 17 Jun 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible method to remove a DPC app from a managed device without DO consent due to desync from persistence. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a user can install a malicious app with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
Weakness: CWE-362
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-0068?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Google Android.
How do I fix CVE-2026-0068?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-0068 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2026-0068 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-0068 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Google Android
Sources
Also known as GHSA-p25f-86p2-6fj4.