CVE-2025-22414 is a high-severity elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting Google Android versions 13 and 14. The flaw exists in the FrpBypassAlertActivity component of the Android operating system, specifically within the FrpBypassAlertActivity.java source file. The vulnerability arises due to a missing permission check, which allows an attacker with local access to bypass Factory Reset Protection (FRP). FRP is a security feature designed to prevent unauthorized use of a device after a factory reset by requiring the original owner's credentials. Exploiting this vulnerability does not require any additional execution privileges or user interaction, making it particularly dangerous. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The attack vector is local (AV:L), requiring low attack complexity (AC:L) and low privileges (PR:L), but no user interaction (UI:N). The vulnerability is classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization). Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the potential for local privilege escalation and bypassing FRP protections poses a significant risk to device security and user data confidentiality.

For European organizations, this vulnerability presents a substantial risk, especially for enterprises that issue Android devices to employees or rely on Android-based mobile endpoints for sensitive operations. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker with physical or local access to escalate privileges and bypass FRP, potentially gaining unauthorized access to corporate data, applications, and network resources. This could lead to data breaches, intellectual property theft, and disruption of business operations. The lack of required user interaction increases the risk of stealthy exploitation in environments where devices may be temporarily unattended. Additionally, compromised devices could be used as pivot points for further attacks within corporate networks. The impact extends to sectors with high regulatory requirements for data protection, such as finance, healthcare, and government agencies across Europe, where unauthorized access could result in severe compliance violations and reputational damage.

European organizations should prioritize updating affected Android devices to patched versions as soon as Google releases security updates addressing CVE-2025-22414. Until patches are available, organizations should enforce strict physical security controls to prevent unauthorized local access to devices. Implementing device management policies that restrict installation of untrusted applications and limit local debugging or developer options can reduce exploitation risk. Employing Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions to monitor device integrity and enforce security configurations is recommended. Additionally, organizations should educate users on the importance of securing devices physically and reporting lost or stolen devices immediately. For devices that cannot be updated promptly, consider disabling or restricting FRP bypass-related components if feasible, or deploying additional endpoint security controls to detect anomalous privilege escalation attempts. Regular audits of device security posture and incident response readiness will further mitigate potential impacts.