Tapjacking Vulnerability in Android's Window Manager Service
CVE-2026-28577

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2026

What is CVE-2026-28577?

The tapjacking vulnerability in Android's WindowManagerService arises from a flaw in the addWindow method, allowing malicious applications to overlay their interface over legitimate apps. This can facilitate local privilege escalation without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction, potentially enabling attackers to deceive users into providing sensitive information or executing undesired actions.

Affected Version(s)

Android 16-qpr2

Android 16

Android 15

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/20...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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