CVE-2025-22430 is a medium-severity information disclosure vulnerability affecting Google Android version 15. The flaw exists in the isInSignificantPlace function across multiple files, where a missing permission check allows local attackers to access sensitive information without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction. Specifically, this vulnerability is categorized under CWE-200, indicating exposure of sensitive information to unauthorized actors. The attack vector is local (AV:L), meaning the attacker must have local access to the device, and the attack complexity is low (AC:L), implying no special conditions are needed beyond local access. The vulnerability requires low privileges (PR:L), so an attacker with limited access rights can exploit it. There is no need for user interaction (UI:N), and the scope is unchanged (S:U), meaning the impact is confined to the vulnerable component. The confidentiality impact is high (C:H), indicating significant sensitive data could be exposed, but integrity and availability are not affected (I:N, A:N). No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability could allow an attacker with local access to an Android 15 device to retrieve sensitive information that should otherwise be protected by permission checks, potentially leading to privacy violations or aiding further attacks.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a risk primarily to employees and users operating Android 15 devices, especially in environments where devices are shared, or physical access could be gained by unauthorized personnel. Sensitive corporate or personal data stored or accessible on the device could be exposed, leading to privacy breaches or leakage of confidential information. This is particularly concerning for sectors handling sensitive personal data under GDPR, such as healthcare, finance, and government agencies. While the vulnerability does not allow remote exploitation, the risk of local information disclosure could facilitate insider threats or attacks following physical device theft or loss. The lack of required user interaction lowers the barrier for exploitation once local access is obtained. Although no active exploits are known, the medium severity and high confidentiality impact warrant proactive mitigation to prevent potential data leaks and compliance issues.

European organizations should prioritize the following mitigation steps: 1) Monitor for official patches or security updates from Google addressing CVE-2025-22430 and apply them promptly once available. 2) Enforce strict physical security controls to prevent unauthorized local access to Android 15 devices, including device lock policies, secure storage, and employee awareness training. 3) Implement mobile device management (MDM) solutions to enforce security policies, restrict local access capabilities, and monitor device integrity. 4) Limit the use of Android 15 devices in high-risk environments until patches are applied. 5) Conduct regular audits of device permissions and installed applications to detect potential privilege escalations or suspicious activities. 6) Encourage encryption of sensitive data on devices to reduce the impact of information disclosure. 7) Prepare incident response plans for potential data leakage incidents involving mobile devices. These measures go beyond generic advice by focusing on controlling local access, enforcing device security policies, and preparing for incident handling specific to this vulnerability.