CVE-2025-48622 is a vulnerability identified in the Google Android operating system, specifically affecting versions 13, 14, 15, and 16. The root cause is an out-of-bounds read in the ProcessArea function within the dng_misc_opcodes.cpp source file. This occurs due to a buffer overflow condition that allows the program to read memory beyond the intended buffer boundaries. The vulnerability enables a local attacker to disclose information from memory without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction, making it a purely local information disclosure flaw. The absence of user interaction means that an attacker with local access—such as through a malicious app or compromised user account—can exploit this flaw silently. While no remote exploitation or privilege escalation is possible, the leakage of memory contents could expose sensitive data such as cryptographic keys, personal information, or internal process data. Currently, there are no known exploits in the wild, and no official patches or mitigations have been published. The vulnerability was reserved in May 2025 and published in December 2025, indicating recent discovery. The lack of a CVSS score requires an independent severity assessment based on the technical details and potential impact. Given the widespread use of Android devices in Europe, this vulnerability represents a significant risk for local data confidentiality breaches on affected devices.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-48622 centers on the potential leakage of sensitive information from Android devices used by employees or within operational environments. Since Android is the dominant mobile OS in Europe, many enterprises rely on these devices for communication, authentication, and access to corporate resources. An attacker with local access—such as through a malicious app installed on a device or physical access—could exploit this vulnerability to extract sensitive memory contents, potentially exposing credentials, encryption keys, or proprietary data. This could facilitate further attacks such as lateral movement, identity theft, or espionage. The vulnerability does not allow privilege escalation or remote exploitation, limiting its impact to local attackers, but the ease of exploitation without user interaction increases risk. Organizations with Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies, mobile workforce, or critical Android-based infrastructure should be particularly vigilant. The absence of patches means that mitigation currently relies on detection and limiting local access. The potential impact on confidentiality is high, while integrity and availability are not directly affected.

1. Restrict local access to Android devices by enforcing strong device lock policies and limiting physical access. 2. Implement strict app vetting and use mobile device management (MDM) solutions to prevent installation of untrusted or malicious applications that could exploit local vulnerabilities. 3. Monitor devices for unusual local activity or attempts to access sensitive memory regions using endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools tailored for mobile platforms. 4. Educate users about the risks of installing apps from untrusted sources and the importance of device security hygiene. 5. Once Google releases official patches or security updates addressing CVE-2025-48622, prioritize immediate deployment across all affected Android devices. 6. Consider isolating critical applications or data within secure containers or sandboxed environments to reduce exposure. 7. Maintain up-to-date inventory of Android devices and their OS versions to identify and remediate vulnerable endpoints promptly. 8. Collaborate with mobile security vendors to apply any available workarounds or detection signatures until patches are available.