Android Notification Policy Desynchronization Vulnerability in Managed Services Component Allowing Local Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability

A vulnerability has been identified in the Android operating system within the ManagedServices.java file. The issue arises in the setPackageOrComponentEnabled function, where improper input validation creates a potential notification policy desynchronization. This vulnerability could lead to local privilege escalation, as it allows a user to gain elevated rights without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in unauthorized elevation of privileges, allowing a user to gain access to restricted functions or data.

Added: Mar 2, 2026, 7:24 PM
Updated: Mar 2, 2026, 10:12 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
0.0
impact
7.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
3.4
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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