CVE-2026-0055 — MEDIUM (6.2)

Vulnerability Description

In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible to update a Device Policy Controller (DPC) into an invalid directory due to a path traversal error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

6.2

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	14.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-22 CWE-269

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2026/2026-06-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-0055?

CVE-2026-0055 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible to update a Device Policy Controller (DPC) into an invalid directory due to a path traversal error. This could lead to loc...

How severe is CVE-2026-0055?

CVE-2026-0055 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-0055?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.