CVE-2026-0068 — HIGH (7.8) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible method to remove a DPC app from a managed device without DO consent due to desync from persistence. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a user can install a malicious app with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	17.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-362

References

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/android-17Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-0068?

CVE-2026-0068 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible method to remove a DPC app from a managed device without DO consent due to desync from persistence. This could lead to loc...

How severe is CVE-2026-0068?

CVE-2026-0068 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-0068?

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