CVE-2025-22425
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Publication date: 2025-09-04

Last updated on: 2025-09-05

Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)

Description
In onCreate of InstallStart.java, there is a possible permissions bypass due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
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Published
2025-09-04
Last Modified
2025-09-05
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-09-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-22425
EUVD
EUVD-2025-26863
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Showing 2 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
google android 13.0
google android 14.0
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CWE ID Description
CWE-276 During installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a permissions bypass in the Android platform's InstallStart.java file, specifically in the onCreate method. It occurs due to improper input validation, allowing a local user to escalate their privileges without needing additional execution privileges. Exploiting this vulnerability requires user interaction.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow a local attacker to bypass permission checks and escalate their privileges on the affected Android device. This means an attacker with limited access could gain higher-level permissions, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or access to sensitive data. However, exploitation requires user interaction.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the patch that fixes the vulnerability by updating the Android platform/frameworks/base component to include the commit identified by hash 942884abf148426e948774b4857052da77ef77b3. This commit removes an unnecessary null check in InstallStart.java and corrects the session-based install processing logic, preventing the permissions bypass. Ensuring your system includes this fix will mitigate the vulnerability. [1]

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