Improper Export Vulnerability in NCSOFT Universe App
CVE-2025-9676

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Ncsoft

Status
Universe App
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-9676?

A vulnerability has been detected in the NCSOFT Universe App, specifically in the AndroidManifest.xml file associated with the component com.ncsoft.universeapp. This flaw allows for the improper export of Android application components, which necessitates local access to exploit. Given that the exploit code is publicly available, this poses a significant risk to users. Despite early notification to the vendor, no response has been received regarding this security issue. It is crucial for users to understand the implications of this vulnerability and to take protective measures to secure their applications.

Affected Version(s)

Universe App 1.0

Universe App 1.1

Universe App 1.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-9676 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.321888
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.321888
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.638074
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

fxizenta (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-9676 : Improper Export Vulnerability in NCSOFT Universe App