CVE-2025-26422: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published May 1, 2025
·
Updated

In dump of WindowManagerService.java, there is a possible way of running dumpsys without the required permission due to a missing permission check. 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 componentsFixes available
Google Android=15.0
Google Android
android/platform/frameworks/base>=15:0<15:2025-05-01
15:2025-05-01

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 15:2025-05-01

Event History

May 1, 2025
Advisory Published
via OSV·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via OSV·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
May 5, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 4, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:11 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:11 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26422?

CVE-2025-26422 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability that allows local escalation of privilege.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26422?

To resolve CVE-2025-26422, ensure that the latest security updates for Android are applied to close the permission check gap.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-26422?

CVE-2025-26422 affects devices running Google Android that have not implemented the necessary permission checks.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-26422?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2025-26422.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2025-26422?

The implications of CVE-2025-26422 include the potential for unauthorized users to gain elevated privileges on affected devices.

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