CVE-2025-48618

Name: CVE-2025-48618
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-12-08T17:16:18.163+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2025-48618 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In processLaunchBrowser of CommandParamsFactory.java, there is a possible browser interaction from the lockscreen due to improper locking. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In processLaunchBrowser of CommandParamsFactory.java, there is a possible browser interaction from the lockscreen due to improper locking. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.11%

1.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	13.0
Google	Android	14.0
Google	Android	15.0
Google	Android	16.0

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/opt/telephony/+/fee68bcdcf029e8f40980616d09367610544bc62Patch, Product
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-12-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 8, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-48618?

How severe is CVE-2025-48618?

CVE-2025-48618 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2025-48618?

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