CVE-2025-36887

CVE-2025-36887 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-787.

Key facts

Description

In wl_cfgscan_update_v3_schedscan_results() of wl_cfgscan.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. 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-2025-36887?
In wl_cfgscan_update_v3_schedscan_results() of wl_cfgscan.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. 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-2025-36887?
CVE-2025-36887 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-2025-36887 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-2025-36887?
CVE-2025-36887 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2025-36887?
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-2025-36887 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2025-36887 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2025-26880.
When was CVE-2025-36887 published?
CVE-2025-36887 was published on 2025-09-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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