CVE-2025-48543: Android Runtime Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Published Sep 2, 2025
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Updated

Android Runtime contains a use-after-free vulnerability potentially allowing a chrome sandbox escape leading to local privilege escalation.

Other sources

In multiple locations, there is a possible way to escape chrome sandbox to attack android systemserver due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

MITRE

Affected Software

6 affected components
Google Android
Android Runtime
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Google Android=16.0

Event History

Sep 2, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 3, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·02:14 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·02:15 PM
News Published
via The Register·09:51 PM
News Published
via The Register·09:55 PM
Sep 4, 2025
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via CISA·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:34 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48543?

CVE-2025-48543 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local privilege escalation and chrome sandbox escape.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48543?

To fix CVE-2025-48543, ensure that your Android device is updated with the latest security patches provided by Google.

3

What causes the CVE-2025-48543 vulnerability?

CVE-2025-48543 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in the Android Runtime that can allow attackers to escape the chrome sandbox.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-48543?

CVE-2025-48543 affects users of Android, specifically those running vulnerable versions of the Android Runtime.

5

Can CVE-2025-48543 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-48543 could potentially be exploited remotely, enabling attackers to gain unauthorized access to the Android system.

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