Android Framework Lockscreen App Context Menu Race Condition Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A race condition vulnerability has been identified in the Android Framework that allows for local escalation of privilege. This issue arises in multiple locations where apps linked from a lockscreen app's context menu can be exploited. The vulnerability does not require any additional execution privileges or user interaction for exploitation.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to elevated privileges, allowing a user to perform actions or access resources that are normally restricted.

Remediation

Users can update their devices to the August 2025 security patch level to address this vulnerability.

Added: Sep 4, 2025, 7:29 PM
Updated: Sep 4, 2025, 7:29 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
0.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.4
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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