CVE-2025-48598 — MEDIUM (6.6)

Vulnerability Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible way to alter the primary user's face unlock settings due to a confused deputy. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

6.6

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

PHYSICAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	16.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-441 CWE-610

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/83447688f8e3ePatchProduct
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-12-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-48598?

CVE-2025-48598 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). In multiple locations, there is a possible way to alter the primary user's face unlock settings due to a confused deputy. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional executi...

How severe is CVE-2025-48598?

CVE-2025-48598 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-48598?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.