Heap Buffer Overflow in SkBmpStandardCodec for Android
CVE-2025-26416

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-26416?

A vulnerability has been identified in the SkBmpStandardCodec within the Skia Graphics Library that allows for a heap buffer overflow. This flaw can be exploited to execute a remote escalation of privilege, enabling an attacker to gain elevated access without needing to execute any additional privileges or user interaction. The exploit takes place in the 'initializeSwizzler' function of SkBmpStandardCodec, potentially affecting the integrity of the system and its processes.

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Affected Version(s)

Android 15

Android 14

Android 13

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/skia/+...
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-04-01

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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