CVE-2025-48575CWE-862broken-access-control

CVE-2025-48575

High · published December 8, 2025

CVSS v3.1
7.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
0.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky permissions bypass in CertInstaller.java lets attackers install certificates without needing a password — that’s like leaving the door wide open and hoping no one walks in! 🔥 Think of it like a welcome mat placed at your front door, inviting anyone in without a key or a check. This vulnerability essentially removes the lock, allowing unauthorized guests to slip right inside. If exploited, an attacker could gain elevated privileges on the system without any user interaction, potentially compromising sensitive data or system integrity. It's like handing over the keys to your castle without even knowing it!

Put simply

Think of it like a welcome mat placed at your front door, inviting anyone in without a key or a check. This vulnerability essentially removes the lock, allowing unauthorized guests to slip right inside. This vulnerability allows a local privilege escalation due to improper permission checks in multiple functions within CertInstaller.java, meaning anyone could install potentially dangerous certificates without needing admin rights or consent.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain elevated privileges on the system without any user interaction, potentially compromising sensitive data or system integrity. It's like handing over the keys to your castle without even knowing it! To mitigate this, ensure you update to the latest version of the affected software where the issue is patched. Additionally, review and tighten permission settings to restrict unauthorized access. Regular audits of your installation processes will also help to catch these sneaky flaws! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll be back in control of your security in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00068 · 0.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-862 · Missing Authorization
Published
2025-12-08T22:16Z
Affected products (4)
ProductVersionsFixed in
google/androidall versions—
google/androidall versions—
google/androidall versions—
google/androidall versions—
References (2)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 DEC 16:57Z
    In multiple functions of CertInstaller.java, there is a possible way to install certificates due to a permissions bypass
    cvelistv5