Logic Error in APEXD Module of Android Allows Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2025-48581

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-48581?

A vulnerability exists within the VerifyNoOverlapInSessions function of the APEXD module in Android systems. A logic error in the code may enable attackers to prevent critical security updates from being properly applied via mainline installations. This flaw can lead to local privilege escalation without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction for exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Android 16

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-09-01

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-48581 : Logic Error in APEXD Module of Android Allows Local Privilege Escalation