CVE-2025-48549: High severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Sep 2, 2025
·Updated
In multiple locations, there is a possible way to record audio via a background app 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
4 affected components
Google Android
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Remediation
Event History
Sep 2, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 4, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:34 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-48549?
CVE-2025-48549 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-48549?
To fix CVE-2025-48549, ensure that the latest security updates and patches for affected versions of Android are applied.
3
What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2025-48549?
The potential risks of CVE-2025-48549 include unauthorized audio recording via background applications, leading to privacy breaches.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2025-48549?
CVE-2025-48549 affects users of specific versions of Google Android operating systems.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2025-48549?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2025-48549.