CVE-2025-48622 is a vulnerability identified in the Android operating system, specifically within the ProcessArea function of the dng_misc_opcodes.cpp source file. The root cause is an out-of-bounds read triggered by a buffer overflow condition, classified under CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read). This vulnerability allows a local attacker with limited privileges (PR:L) to read sensitive information from memory without requiring any user interaction (UI:N). The attack vector is local (AV:L), meaning the attacker must have some form of access to the device, such as a compromised app or physical access. The vulnerability does not allow privilege escalation, code execution, or denial of service, but it can disclose confidential data, potentially including sensitive user information or cryptographic material. The affected Android versions are 13, 14, 15, and 16, covering a wide range of current and near-future devices. No patches or exploits have been publicly disclosed as of the publication date, but the vulnerability is officially recognized and assigned a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.5, indicating a medium severity level. The lack of required user interaction and low attack complexity increase the risk of exploitation in environments where local access is possible. The vulnerability's impact is limited to confidentiality breaches without affecting integrity or availability. This flaw highlights the importance of secure memory handling in multimedia processing components of Android.

For European organizations, the primary impact of CVE-2025-48622 is the potential unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored or processed on Android devices. This could include personal data, corporate credentials, or other confidential information, which may lead to privacy violations or facilitate further attacks such as social engineering or lateral movement. Since the vulnerability requires local access, the risk is higher in environments where devices are shared, physically accessible by untrusted individuals, or where malicious applications could be installed. The confidentiality breach could undermine compliance with GDPR and other data protection regulations, exposing organizations to legal and reputational risks. Although the vulnerability does not allow code execution or denial of service, the information leakage could be leveraged by attackers to gain a foothold or escalate privileges through other means. The widespread use of Android devices in European enterprises and among remote workers increases the attack surface. Organizations relying heavily on mobile platforms for sensitive communications or operations should consider this vulnerability a moderate threat until patched.

1. Apply official patches from Google as soon as they become available for affected Android versions (13-16). 2. Restrict local access to devices by enforcing strong physical security controls and device lock policies. 3. Limit installation of untrusted or third-party applications that could exploit local vulnerabilities. 4. Employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions to monitor device integrity and detect anomalous behavior indicative of exploitation attempts. 5. Educate users about the risks of installing unknown apps and the importance of device security hygiene. 6. Use application sandboxing and permission controls to minimize the impact of compromised apps. 7. Regularly audit devices for signs of compromise or unauthorized access. 8. For high-risk environments, consider disabling or restricting features related to the vulnerable component if feasible until patches are applied. 9. Coordinate with security teams to integrate vulnerability intelligence into incident response plans. 10. Monitor security advisories from Google and relevant CERTs for updates or exploit reports.