CVE-2026-0091
Description
A vulnerability in Android's launcher process allows an over-privileged shell user to escalate privileges locally without user interaction.
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A vulnerability in Android's launcher process allows an over-privileged shell user to escalate privileges locally without user interaction.
Vulnerability
Multiple locations within the Android launcher process are affected by a vulnerability that allows for code execution. This vulnerability can be triggered by an over-privileged shell user, leading to a local privilege escalation.
Exploitation
An attacker with an over-privileged shell user account on the affected device can exploit this vulnerability. No user interaction is required. The attacker can leverage the existing shell access to execute code within the launcher process.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker to achieve local privilege escalation. This means the attacker can gain the same privileges as the launcher process, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system functions, with no additional execution privileges needed beyond the initial shell access.
Mitigation
This vulnerability is addressed in the June 2026 Android Security Bulletin [1]. Users should ensure their devices are updated to receive these security patches. Specific fixed version details are available in the referenced bulletin.
AI Insight generated on Jun 1, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
1Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
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