Local Escalation of Privilege in Accessibility Settings of Android Device
CVE-2025-26439

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-26439?

A logic error in the AccessibilitySettingsUtils.java component of Android devices allows a malicious Talkback service to be enabled instead of the intended system component. This vulnerability permits local escalation of privilege, enabling attackers to gain elevated access with no need for additional execution privileges or user interaction. It poses a significant risk, as it allows unauthorized modifications to system settings, potentially compromising the security of the affected device.

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Affected Version(s)

Android 14

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/wear/2025-05-01

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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