Google Android 13/14/15/16 DefaultTransitionHandler.java ui layer

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Google Android 13/14/15/16. This affects an unknown function of the file DefaultTransitionHandler.java. The manipulation results in ui layer. This vulnerability was named CVE-2025-48621. The attack may be performed from remote. There is no available exploit.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Google Android 13/14/15/16. Affected is an unknown part of the file DefaultTransitionHandler.java. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a ui layer vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-1021. The web application does not restrict or incorrectly restricts frame objects or UI layers that belong to another application or domain, which can lead to user confusion about which interface the user is interacting with. This is going to have an impact on integrity. CVE summarizes:

In DefaultTransitionHandler.java, there is a possible way to enable a tapjacking attack due to a insecure default. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

The advisory is shared for download at android.googlesource.com. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-48621 since 05/22/2025. The exploitability is told to be easy. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploitation doesn't require any form of authentication. Successful exploitation requires user interaction by the victim. There are known technical details, but no exploit is available. The current price for an exploit might be approx. USD $25k-$100k (estimation calculated on 12/21/2025).

There is no information about possible countermeasures known. It may be suggested to replace the affected object with an alternative product.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2025-2711). VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

Affected

  • Lenovo BIOS
  • Lenovo Computer
  • Google Android

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 5.8
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 5.8

VulDB Base Score: 4.3
VulDB Temp Score: 4.3
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Ui layer
CWE: CWE-1021
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
Remote: Yes

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Status: Not defined

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: no mitigation known
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Timelineinfo

05/22/2025 CVE reserved
12/08/2025 +200 days Advisory disclosed
12/08/2025 +0 days VulDB entry created
12/21/2025 +13 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: google.com

Advisory: android.googlesource.com
Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-2025-48621 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2025-48621
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-334848
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2025-2711 - Android Patchday Dezember 2025: Mehrere Schwachstellen

scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20150917

Entryinfo

Created: 12/08/2025 19:41
Updated: 12/21/2025 15:37
Changes: 12/08/2025 19:41 (55), 12/08/2025 20:26 (11), 12/21/2025 15:37 (7)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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