CVE-2025-20723

Name: CVE-2025-20723
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-10-14T10:15:37.21+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2025-20723 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In gnss driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. EPSS estimates a 0.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In gnss driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS09920033; Issue ID: MSV-3797.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.09%

0.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	14.0
Google	Android	15.0

References

https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/October-2025Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 14, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-20723?

How severe is CVE-2025-20723?

CVE-2025-20723 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2025-20723?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST