CVE-2025-48572
Published: December 2, 2025
Official Description
Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
CISA KEV Advisory
Android Framework Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
This unspecified vulnerability in the Android Framework allows an attacker to elevate their privileges on an affected device. The high severity and confirmed exploitation in the wild indicate this is an urgent issue.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild.
Apply all available security updates for Android devices to mitigate this privilege escalation vulnerability. Regularly update your Android operating system and applications.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-48572 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2025-48572 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (2)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-48572 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1