CVE-2025-20658: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Apr 7, 2025
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Updated

In DA, there is a possible permission bypass due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege, if an attacker has physical access to the device, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS09474894; Issue ID: MSV-2597.

Affected Software

23 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt2718
MediaTek Mt6781
MediaTek Mt6789
MediaTek Mt6835
MediaTek Mt6855
MediaTek Mt6878
MediaTek Mt6879
MediaTek Mt6886
MediaTek Mt6895
MediaTek Mt6897
MediaTek Mt6983
MediaTek Mt6985
MediaTek Mt6989
MediaTek Mt8196
MediaTek Mt8673
MediaTek Mt8676
MediaTek Mt8678
MediaTek Mt8781
Google Android

Event History

Apr 7, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:14 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:14 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-20658?

CVE-2025-20658 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential privilege escalation risks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-20658?

To resolve CVE-2025-20658, apply the latest patch identified as ALPS09474894 provided by the vendor.

3

What causes CVE-2025-20658?

CVE-2025-20658 is caused by a logic error that allows for a permission bypass.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-20658?

CVE-2025-20658 affects devices running specific versions of Android and various MediaTek chipsets.

5

Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2025-20658?

No, user interaction is not required for exploiting CVE-2025-20658, making it a higher risk issue.

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