Potential App Permission Vulnerability in Android Framework by Google
CVE-2025-48639
7.3HIGH
What is CVE-2025-48639?
A vulnerability in the Android Framework allows for potential permission escalation via a tapjacking or overlay attack. This issue resides in DefaultTransitionHandler.java and can enable malicious applications to obtain permissions unknowingly granted by the user, requiring interaction for exploitation. As a result, users could inadvertently elevate privileges without realizing the consequences, posing a significant risk to device security.
Affected Version(s)
Android 16
Android 15
Android 14
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved