Android Framework Information Disclosure Vulnerability (CVE-2025-48633)

Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for information disclosure.

Published Dec 8, 2025 · Updated May 29, 2026

Why patchRisk explained in plain English

Worst-case scenarioIf unpatched

A local attacker, with a low-privilege account, can achieve full data confidentiality loss. Federal agencies are required to remediate by 2025-12-23 under CISA BOD 22-01.

How the attack worksNo clicks needed

This vulnerability affects Android Framework. In hasAccountsOnAnyUser of DevicePolicyManagerService.java, there is a possible way to add a Device Owner after provisioning 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. Exploitation requires local access, low attack complexity, a low-privilege authenticated account, and no user interaction required.

Am I affected?Quick check

Probably yes if any of these apply:

●IT Security

●Running android: 13.0, 14.0, 15.0, 16.0

Real-world incidentsWhat we've seen

CISA added this CVE to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on 2025-12-02 based on evidence of active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies required to remediate by 2025-12-23.

How to patch

Get the fix

Apply the fixed package from your vendor. The advisory lists affected versions and the exact fixed build.

↗ Vendor advisory

Manual remediation steps

Apply the Vendor Patch

This vulnerability is in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — apply the vendor's security update as soon as possible.

CISA required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.