CVE-2025-48627: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 1, 2025
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Updated

In startNextMatchingActivity of ActivityTaskManagerService.java, there is a possible way to launch an activity from the background due to a logic error in the code. 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

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
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48627?

CVE-2025-48627 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48627?

To resolve CVE-2025-48627, update your Android devices to the latest versions that include the security patch.

3

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2025-48627?

CVE-2025-48627 affects Android versions 13.0 and 14.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-48627?

CVE-2025-48627 is a local escalation of privilege vulnerability due to a logic error in the ActivityTaskManagerService.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2025-48627?

No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2025-48627.

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