CVE-2025-32332 is a vulnerability identified in Google Android, specifically affecting Android System on Chip (SoC) components. The flaw is a use-after-free memory corruption issue occurring in multiple locations within the affected codebase. Use-after-free vulnerabilities arise when a program continues to use a pointer after the memory it points to has been freed, potentially leading to unpredictable behavior including memory corruption, crashes, or arbitrary code execution. In this case, the vulnerability can be exploited locally to escalate privileges without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction. This means an attacker with local access to the device could leverage this flaw to gain higher privileges, potentially compromising the device's security. The absence of required user interaction lowers the barrier for exploitation, increasing the risk. Although no known exploits are currently reported in the wild, the vulnerability's nature and the critical role of Android SoC components in device operation make it a significant security concern. The lack of a CVSS score suggests the vulnerability is newly published and pending further assessment. The vulnerability impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected devices by enabling privilege escalation, which could allow attackers to bypass security controls, access sensitive data, or disrupt device functionality.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a substantial risk, especially for enterprises relying on Android-based devices for business operations, including mobile workforce management, secure communications, and access to corporate resources. Privilege escalation on Android devices could enable attackers to install persistent malware, intercept sensitive communications, or exfiltrate confidential data, undermining organizational security and compliance with regulations such as GDPR. The vulnerability's local exploitation vector means that physical access or prior compromise of a lower-privileged app or process could be leveraged to escalate privileges, increasing the threat from insider attacks or targeted device compromises. Critical sectors such as finance, healthcare, and government agencies in Europe that use Android devices extensively could face operational disruptions and data breaches if this vulnerability is exploited. Additionally, the lack of user interaction requirement facilitates stealthy exploitation, complicating detection and response efforts.

Given the absence of an official patch at the time of this report, European organizations should implement layered mitigations to reduce risk. These include enforcing strict device access controls and physical security to prevent unauthorized local access. Employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions to monitor device integrity and restrict installation of untrusted applications. Organizations should also apply the principle of least privilege by limiting app permissions and disabling unnecessary services on Android devices. Regularly updating devices with the latest security patches from vendors is critical once a fix becomes available. Additionally, deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools capable of identifying anomalous privilege escalation behaviors on Android can aid in early detection. User education on the risks of installing unverified applications and the importance of device security hygiene is also essential. For high-risk environments, consider isolating sensitive operations from Android devices until patches are applied.