Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Android Framework by Google
CVE-2025-48540

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-48540?

In the processTransactInternal method of RpcState.cpp within the Android Framework, a logic error leads to a potential out-of-memory write. This flaw can enable local escalation of privilege without requiring additional execution rights or user interaction, making it a serious concern for system security.

Affected Version(s)

Android 16

Android 15

Android 14

References

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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CVE-2025-48540 : Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Android Framework by Google