CVE-2025-48536: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 1, 2025
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Updated

In grantAllowlistedPackagePermissions of SettingsSliceProvider.java, there is a possible way for a third party app to modify secure settings due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Google Android
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Google Android=16.0

Event History

Dec 1, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
Affected Software
Dec 8, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:57 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48536?

CVE-2025-48536 is classified as a local escalation of privilege vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48536?

To fix CVE-2025-48536, it is recommended to update to the latest version of the affected Android software that addresses this issue.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-48536?

CVE-2025-48536 is a security vulnerability that allows a third-party app to modify secure settings due to a confused deputy.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-48536?

Users of Google Android devices that have not been updated to the patch addressing this vulnerability are affected by CVE-2025-48536.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-48536?

No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2025-48536.

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