CVE-2025-20723: High severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Oct 14, 2025
·Updated
In gnss driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS09920033; Issue ID: MSV-3797.
Affected Software
16 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6835
MediaTek Mt6878
MediaTek Mt6886
MediaTek Mt6897
MediaTek Mt6899
MediaTek Mt6985
MediaTek Mt6989
MediaTek Mt6991
MediaTek Mt8676
MediaTek Mt8678
MediaTek Mt8775
MediaTek Mt8791t
MediaTek Mt8796
MediaTek Mt8873
Event History
Oct 14, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:11 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-20723?
CVE-2025-20723 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
2
How do I mitigate CVE-2025-20723?
To fix CVE-2025-20723, apply the patch identified as ALPS09920033.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2025-20723?
CVE-2025-20723 affects certain devices running Google Android versions 14.0 and 15.0.
4
What type of exploitation does CVE-2025-20723 allow?
CVE-2025-20723 allows for local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has gained system privilege.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-20723?
No, user interaction is not needed for exploitation of CVE-2025-20723.