Remote Privilege Escalation in Android Launchers

CVE-2025-48626

What is CVE-2025-48626?

A vulnerability exists in the Android Launcher that allows an attacker to launch applications from the background due to a failure in precondition checks. This flaw can be exploited to escalate privileges without requiring any user interaction, making it a significant security concern for users of affected versions of the Android Launcher. Attackers could potentially manipulate the system to execute unauthorized commands or access sensitive data. The issue highlights the importance of rigorous security protocols in application design to prevent unauthorized access.

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