Android · Framework
CVE-2025-48572
Android Framework Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
What it is
In multiple locations, there is a possible way to launch activities from the background due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CISA: Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
What to do
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Deadline for US federal agencies: December 23, 2025
More exploited flaws from Android
| Added | Vulnerability | Product | Severity | Attack chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2026 | Integer Overflow | Framework | High 8.4 | 1.9% |
| Dec 2, 2025 | Information Disclosure | Framework | Medium 5.5 | 0.3% |
| Nov 7, 2024 | Privilege Escalation | Framework | High 7.3 | 0.7% |
| Sep 13, 2023 | Privilege Escalation | Framework | High 8.8 | 2.6% |
| Apr 13, 2023 | Privilege Escalation | Framework | High 7.8 | 1.5% |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Use-After-Free | Runtime | High 8.8 | 0.6% |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Remote Code Execution | Kernel | High 7.8 | 2.7% |
| Jun 13, 2024 | Privilege Escalation | Pixel | High 8.1 | 3.0% |
Sources: Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (CISA, public domain), CVE records (cve.org) and EPSS (FIRST). The chance of attacks is the EPSS estimate that someone will try to exploit the flaw in the next 30 days.