File Exposure Vulnerability in Chess Play and Learn App by Chess.com
CVE-2026-13514

2.4LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

Chess

Status
Play And Learn App
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-13514?

A vulnerability has been identified in the Chess Play and Learn App on Android, specifically affecting versions up to 4.9.42. This issue arises from improper handling of the AndroidManifest.xml file within the application's component com.chess. Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive backup files on physical devices. Although the vendor has acknowledged the issue and plans to release a fix, it is crucial for users to be aware of the potential risks and enhance their device security measures until an update is deployed. Physical access attacks, however, are noted to be outside the purview of the vendor's bug bounty program.

Affected Version(s)

Play and Learn App 4.9.0

Play and Learn App 4.9.1

Play and Learn App 4.9.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-13514 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/374522
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/vuln/374522/cti
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-13514
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
2.4
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Physical
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

honest_corrupt (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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