CVE-2025-32348: Android Framework Base Package Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Summary
CVE-2025-32348: In multiple locations, there is a possible background activity launch due to a missing permission check. Affects platform/frameworks/base across 5 version ranges.
>= 14:0, < 14:2026-06-01
>= 15:0, < 15:2026-06-01
>= 16:0, < 16:2026-06-01
>= 16-qpr2:0, < 16-qpr2:2026-06-01
>= 17-next:0, < 17-next:2026-06-01
Fixed in 17-next:2026-06-01. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Android Framework Base package is a core component of the Android operating system, providing essential services and APIs for application development. It manages system resources, user interfaces, and application lifecycle events. This package is critical for the stability and functionality of Android devices, making its security paramount. The vulnerability in question arises from a missing permission check, which can potentially allow unauthorized background activity launches.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-32348 is a local privilege escalation issue stemming from inadequate permission checks in the Android Framework Base package. This flaw enables malicious applications to initiate background activities without user consent, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data or system resources. The absence of a proper permission validation mechanism allows attackers to exploit this vulnerability without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction, posing a significant risk to device security.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
17-next:2026-06-01
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, users can restrict background activity for applications through device settings. This can help mitigate the risk of exploitation until the package is updated. Additionally, developers should implement stricter permission checks in their applications to prevent unauthorized background activity launches.
Conclusion
The CVE-2025-32348 vulnerability in the Android Framework Base package poses a significant security risk due to missing permission checks that allow unauthorized background activity launches. Users and developers are urged to update to the patched version to mitigate this risk. Until then, implementing workarounds can help protect sensitive data.
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FAQ
CVE-2025-32348 is a vulnerability in the Android Framework Base package that allows local privilege escalation due to missing permission checks.
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The risks include unauthorized access to sensitive data and the ability for malicious applications to launch background activities without user consent.
You can update the package by downloading the latest Android updates from your device settings or the official Android website.
If immediate updates are not possible, restrict background activity for applications through device settings as a temporary workaround.
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