CVE-2025-26458
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Publication date: 2025-09-04

Last updated on: 2025-09-08

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

Description
In multiple functions of LocationProviderManager.java, there is a possible background activity launch due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
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Published
2025-09-04
Last Modified
2025-09-08
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-09-04
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2025-26458
EUVD
EUVD-2025-27044
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Vendor Product Version / Range
google android 13.0
google android 14.0
google android 15.0
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CWE ID Description
CWE-693 The product does not use or incorrectly uses a protection mechanism that provides sufficient defense against directed attacks against the product.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a logic error in multiple functions of LocationProviderManager.java in the Android platform's location services. It allows a possible background activity launch without user interaction, leading to a local escalation of privilege without needing additional execution privileges. [1]

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can allow an attacker to escalate their privileges locally on the device without user interaction, potentially enabling unauthorized actions or access within the Android system's location services. [1]

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, update the Android platform to include the fix that corrects the default values used for pending intents in the LocationProviderManager.java file. This fix prevents the background activity launch issue and local privilege escalation. Applying the official security update from the Android framework base repository that includes this patch is recommended. [1]

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