CVE-2025-32324 is a high-severity elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting Google Android versions 15 and 16. The flaw exists in the onCommand method of the ActivityManagerShellCommand.java component, where a confused deputy problem allows an attacker to launch arbitrary activities. This vulnerability enables a local attacker with limited privileges to escalate their privileges without requiring additional execution rights or user interaction. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-441, which involves the confused deputy problem where a program mistakenly uses its authority on behalf of another, less privileged entity. Exploiting this flaw could allow an attacker to execute privileged operations or access sensitive data by tricking the system into launching activities with elevated permissions. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with low attack complexity and no user interaction needed. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability's characteristics make it a significant threat, especially given the widespread use of Android devices globally. The absence of patches at the time of publication increases the urgency for mitigation and monitoring.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a substantial risk, particularly for enterprises relying on Android devices for business operations, secure communications, or mobile workforce management. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to corporate data, manipulation of device functions, or disruption of services. Confidentiality could be compromised if sensitive information is accessed or exfiltrated. Integrity risks arise if attackers modify system or application behavior, potentially undermining trust in mobile applications or corporate security policies. Availability could be affected if attackers disrupt critical mobile services or device functionality. Given that user interaction is not required, automated or stealthy exploitation is feasible, increasing the threat level. Organizations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure, which often use Android devices for secure communications and operations, are particularly vulnerable. The vulnerability also raises concerns for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policies, as compromised personal devices could serve as entry points into corporate networks.

To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should prioritize the following actions: 1) Immediate inventory and identification of Android devices running versions 15 and 16 within their environment. 2) Apply official security patches from Google as soon as they become available; until then, restrict or monitor the use of vulnerable devices for sensitive operations. 3) Implement strict application whitelisting and privilege management on Android devices to limit the ability of unauthorized apps to invoke system commands or launch activities. 4) Employ Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions to enforce security policies, monitor device behavior, and remotely isolate or wipe compromised devices. 5) Educate users about the risks and encourage reporting of unusual device behavior. 6) Monitor system logs and Android security alerts for signs of exploitation attempts, focusing on suspicious activity related to ActivityManagerShellCommand or unexpected activity launches. 7) Consider network segmentation and zero-trust principles to limit the impact of compromised mobile devices on corporate networks. 8) For critical environments, temporarily restrict the use of vulnerable Android versions until patches are confirmed and deployed.