CVE-2025-48617
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CarrierConfigLoader Java Permissions Bypass Leads to Local Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-06-17

Last updated on: 2026-06-17

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

Description
In overrideConfig of CarrierConfigLoader.java, there is a possible way to bypass UID check due to a permissions bypass. 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
2026-06-17
Last Modified
2026-06-17
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2026-06-17
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2026-06-17
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NVD
CVE-2025-48617
EUVD
EUVD-2025-210214
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android carrierconfigloader *
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CWE-UNKNOWN
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the overrideConfig method of the CarrierConfigLoader.java file. It allows a permissions bypass that can circumvent the UID check.

Because of this bypass, an attacker can escalate their privileges locally without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can lead to local escalation of privilege, meaning an attacker with limited access could gain higher-level permissions on the affected system.

This could allow unauthorized actions or access to sensitive parts of the system without needing further permissions or user involvement.

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