CVE-2025-48525: Google Android · Elevation of Privilege
Affects Google AndroidSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.8 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 17:16 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 0% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 8 Dec 2025
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Google Android | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Until official patches are released, organizations should implement several specific mitigations. First, restrict app permissions to the minimum necessary, especially for apps that handle notifications or companion device interactions. Employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions to enforce strict app vetting and prevent installation of untrusted or unnecessary apps. Monitor device logs and behaviors for anomalies indicating unauthorized notification access or privilege escalation attempts. Encourage users to avoid installing apps from untrusted sources and educate them about the risks of local privilege escalation. Once patches become available from Google, prioritize rapid deployment across all affected Android versions. Additionally, consider isolating sensitive devices or using containerization to limit the impact of compromised apps. Regularly review and update security policies related to mobile device usage and companion device integrations to reduce attack vectors.
Description
In disassociate of DisassociationProcessor.java, there is a possible way for an app to continue reading notifications when not associated to a companion device due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.