Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Android by Google
CVE-2026-0063

10CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-0063?

A logic error in the PhoneInterfaceManager's setAllowedCarriers function creates a vulnerability that allows local privilege escalation. This security gap enables unauthorized users to circumvent carrier restrictions without requiring additional execution permissions or user interaction. Addressing this flaw is essential for maintaining the integrity and security of the Android operating system.

Affected Version(s)

Android 17

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/android-17
vendor-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
10
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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