CVE-2026-28577 Security feature bypass in Android

High 7.8 Published Updated

A tapjacking vulnerability in Android's WindowManagerService allows local attackers to escalate privileges without user interaction or additional execution privileges.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2026-28577?

CVE-2026-28577 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android, published on 1 Jun 2026. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

In addWindow of WindowManagerService.java, there is a possible tapjacking issue due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Weakness: CWE-1021

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-28577?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Google Android.

How do I fix CVE-2026-28577?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Is CVE-2026-28577 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-28577 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Google Android vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as A-389950114, ASB-A-389950114, GHSA-2cvw-44hj-3wxw.

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