Android Cell Broadcast Service Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A logic error in the Cell Broadcast Handler component of the Android Cell Broadcast Service could lead to a local denial-of-service condition. This vulnerability allows for unauthorized privilege escalation, requiring system execution rights for exploitation. Notably, user interaction is not necessary.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could cause a local denial-of-service condition, disrupting normal service operations.

Remediation

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

Added: Sep 4, 2025, 7:28 PM
Updated: Sep 4, 2025, 7:28 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
0.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.5
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.5
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

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