CVE-2025-22428

CVE-2025-22428 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-863.

Key facts

Description

In hasInteractAcrossUsersFullPermission of AppInfoBase.java, there is a possible way to grant permissions to an app on the secondary user from the primary user 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-22428?
In hasInteractAcrossUsersFullPermission of AppInfoBase.java, there is a possible way to grant permissions to an app on the secondary user from the primary user 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.
How severe is CVE-2025-22428?
CVE-2025-22428 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2025-22428 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-22428?
CVE-2025-22428 primarily affects Google Android. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-22428?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2025-22428 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-22428 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-26586.
When was CVE-2025-22428 published?
CVE-2025-22428 was published on 2025-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

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