CVE-2025-22438: Use After Free
Published Apr 7, 2025
·Updated
In afterKeyEventLockedInterruptable of InputDispatcher.cpp, there is a possible use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Google Android
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Event History
Apr 7, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
Affected Software
Sep 2, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:11 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:11 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-22438?
The severity of CVE-2025-22438 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-22438?
To fix CVE-2025-22438, users should update their Android devices to the latest version provided by Google.
3
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2025-22438?
CVE-2025-22438 affects Android versions 13.0 and 14.0.
4
Is user interaction needed to exploit CVE-2025-22438?
No, user interaction is not needed to exploit CVE-2025-22438.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-22438?
CVE-2025-22438 is a use-after-free vulnerability found in the InputDispatcher component.