CVE-2025-32322 is a local elevation of privilege vulnerability found in Google Android versions 13 and 14, specifically within the MediaProjectionPermissionActivity.java component. The vulnerability arises due to improper input validation in the onCreate method of this activity, which handles permissions related to media projection—essentially screen recording capabilities. A malicious app can exploit this flaw to obtain a token that grants unauthorized screen recording privileges without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction. This means that an attacker with a foothold on the device can escalate their privileges locally to capture screen content surreptitiously. The vulnerability does not require the user to click or approve any prompts, making it particularly dangerous for stealthy data exfiltration or espionage. Although no known exploits are currently in the wild, the flaw's nature suggests that once weaponized, it could be used to bypass Android's permission model and compromise user privacy and confidentiality. The lack of a CVSS score indicates that this vulnerability is newly disclosed and not yet fully assessed, but the technical details point to a significant security risk.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a substantial risk to confidentiality and privacy, especially for sectors handling sensitive or regulated data such as finance, healthcare, and government. Unauthorized screen recording can lead to leakage of sensitive information including credentials, personal data, intellectual property, and confidential communications. Since exploitation does not require user interaction, malware or malicious apps could silently capture screen content once installed, increasing the risk of insider threats or supply chain attacks where compromised apps are distributed. The integrity of security controls is also undermined because the attacker gains elevated privileges without proper authorization. Availability is less directly impacted, but the breach of confidentiality and integrity can lead to reputational damage, regulatory penalties under GDPR, and operational disruptions. The vulnerability affects Android 13 and 14, which are widely deployed in corporate and personal devices across Europe, increasing the potential attack surface.

European organizations should prioritize patching affected Android devices as soon as Google releases security updates addressing CVE-2025-32322. Until patches are available, organizations should implement strict mobile device management (MDM) policies to restrict installation of untrusted or third-party applications, especially those requesting screen recording or media projection permissions. Employ application whitelisting and continuous monitoring for anomalous app behavior indicative of unauthorized screen capture. Educate users about the risks of installing apps from unofficial sources. Additionally, leverage endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions capable of detecting suspicious privilege escalations and screen capture activities. Network segmentation and data loss prevention (DLP) tools can help contain potential data exfiltration. For high-risk environments, consider disabling or tightly controlling media projection features via device configuration policies. Regular audits of installed apps and permissions should be conducted to identify and remove potentially malicious applications.