Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in MiniOS on Google ChromeOS

CVE-2025-6177

What is CVE-2025-6177?

This vulnerability in MiniOS found in Google ChromeOS, specifically affecting version 16063.45.2 and potentially earlier versions, allows local attackers to gain root code execution. By exploiting a debug shell accessible via specific key combinations while in developer mode – even if this mode is intended to be blocked – an attacker may circumvent security measures like device policy settings and Firmware Write Protect (FWMP). This poses significant risks for enrolled devices.

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