Biometric Unlock Vulnerability in Android's FaceSettings by Google
CVE-2025-48541

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-48541?

A flaw in the onCreate method of FaceSettings.java in Android allows for the potential removal of biometric unlock functionality across user profiles. The issue stems from improper input validation, which makes it possible for an attacker to escalate privileges locally without requiring additional execution rights or user interaction. This vulnerability targets the biometric security feature, posing a risk to user privacy and device security.

Affected Version(s)

Android 16

Android 15

Android 14

References

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

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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CVE-2025-48541 : Biometric Unlock Vulnerability in Android's FaceSettings by Google