CVE-2025-26417 Details
Description
In checkWhetherCallingAppHasAccess of DownloadProvider.java, there is a possible bypass of user consent when opening files in shared storage due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
A vulnerability in the Android Download Provider has been identified, where user consent can be bypassed when opening files in shared storage. This issue arises from a confused deputy scenario, potentially leading to unauthorized local information disclosure. The vulnerability is present in the Download Provider component, specifically in the 'checkWhetherCallingAppHasAccess' function of 'DownloadProvider.java'. It affects several Android versions, including 12, 12L, 13, 14, and 15. Notably, this vulnerability does not require additional execution privileges or user interaction for exploitation.
Users can update their devices to the March 2025 security patch level to address this vulnerability. Instructions for checking and updating the Android version are available on the Google Support website.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 27, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-610 | Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| google android | 12.0 12.1 13.0 14.0 15.0 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 27, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 26, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |