CVE-2025-48606 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

In preparePackage of InstallPackageHelper.java, there is a possible way for an app to appear hidden upon installation without a mechanism to uninstall it 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.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

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

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/android-16-qpr2Release NotesVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2025-48606?

CVE-2025-48606 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In preparePackage of InstallPackageHelper.java, there is a possible way for an app to appear hidden upon installation without a mechanism to uninstall it due to a logic error in the code. This could l...

How severe is CVE-2025-48606?

CVE-2025-48606 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2025-48606?

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