CVE-2025-22441
Android RemoteViews Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Description
In getContextForResourcesEnsuringCorrectCachedApkPaths of RemoteViews.java, there is a possible way to load arbitrary java code in a privileged context due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
INFO
Published Date :
Sept. 4, 2025, 7:15 p.m.
Last Modified :
Sept. 5, 2025, 7:15 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 |
Solution
- Review and validate `getContextForResourcesEnsuringCorrectCachedApkPaths` logic.
- Ensure proper context checks and deputy validation.
- Apply security patches or updates from the vendor.
- Sanitize all inputs used in context retrieval.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2025-22441.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-08-01 | Vendor Advisory |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Sep. 05, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:13.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:14.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:o:google:android:15.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance): https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-08-01 Types: Vendor Advisory -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Sep. 05, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-441 -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Sep. 04, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In getContextForResourcesEnsuringCorrectCachedApkPaths of RemoteViews.java, there is a possible way to load arbitrary java code in a privileged context due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Added Reference https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-08-01