Overview
CVE-2025-26464 is a cybersecurity vulnerability that pertains to a logic error present within the executeAppFunction of the AppSearchManagerService.java. This flaw may enable a malicious actor to launch background activities leading to local privilege escalation, thus potentially compromising the system or leading to data leakage. The seriousness and potential implications of this vulnerability mean it is crucial for all users of affected products to apply patches and mitigate the risk promptly.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-26464
Severity: High (7.8 CVSS Score)
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Impact: Potential system compromise or data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
Java | All prior versions to 2025 patch
Android | All versions using AppSearchManagerService.java prior to 2025 patch
How the Exploit Works
The vulnerability resides in the executeAppFunction of AppSearchManagerService.java, in which there is a logic error. This flaw allows an attacker to launch background activities without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction, leading to local escalation of privilege. The exploit could result in unauthorized access to system resources, data leakage, or full system compromise if left unchecked.
Conceptual Example Code
A conceptual example of this vulnerability might look like this:
AppSearchManagerService service = new AppSearchManagerService();
service.executeAppFunction("malicious_activity");In this scenario, “malicious_activity” represents a nefarious function that the attacker has managed to inject onto the system. Due to the logic error in executeAppFunction, this function could be executed, leading to the potential system compromise or data leakage described above.
