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CVE-2026-58836 In handlePackagePostInstall of InstallPackageHelper.java, there is a possible Enhanced Confirmation Mode (ECM) bypass…

Description

In handlePackagePostInstall of InstallPackageHelper.java, there is a possible Enhanced Confirmation Mode (ECM) bypass vulnerability that allows a sideloaded application to modify the package source during a self-update due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected products and versions

Product Affected versions Fixed in
Android 17 No fix stated
Android 16 16-qpr2 → 16 No fix stated
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