Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Android Cell Broadcast Service
CVE-2025-48534

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-48534?

A logic error in the getDefaultCBRPackageName function of CellBroadcastHandler.java can be exploited to escalate privileges locally. This vulnerability may allow a malicious actor to trigger a denial of service that requires system execution privileges, without the need for user interaction to exploit it. This poses a potential risk for users and their devices, highlighting the importance of timely updates and vigilant cybersecurity practices.

Affected Version(s)

Android 15

Android 14

Android 13

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/module...
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-09-01

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-48534 : Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Android Cell Broadcast Service