Android SettingsLib Local Escalation via Missing Permission Check
CVE-2026-0071 Published on June 17, 2026
In SettingsLib, there is a possible missing permission check due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-0071 can be exploited with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have no impact on confidentiality and integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
What is an AuthZ Vulnerability?
The software does not perform an authorization check when an actor attempts to access a resource or perform an action.
CVE-2026-0071 has been classified to as an AuthZ vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-0071
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Affected Versions
Google Android Version 17 is affected by CVE-2026-0071Exploit Probability
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