Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Android Surface Drawing Library
CVE-2025-36907

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-36907?

A heap buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the draw_surface_image() function within Android's surface drawing library. This flaw can potentially allow local escalation of privileges when a device's bootloader is unlocked and connected via USB fastboot. Exploitation requires user interaction, making it imperative for users to be aware of their device's security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Android Android kernel

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2025-0...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-36907 : Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Android Surface Drawing Library