CVE-2025-22442
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Description
In multiple functions of DevicePolicyManagerService.java, there is a possible way to install unauthorized applications into a newly created work profile due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Severity
HIGH
CVSS score
7.0
(v3.1)
Vulnerability status
Modified
Source identifier
Published
2025-09-02 23:15:35.347000
Last modified
2026-11-02 20:17:23.107000
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