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CVE-2025-48646

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Description

In executeRequest of ActivityStarter.java, there is a possible launch anywhere due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

Severity
HIGH
CVSS score
7.8 (v3.1)
Vulnerability status
Analyzed
Source identifier
Published
2026-03-02 19:16:28.427000
Last modified
2026-11-05 20:40:16.427000
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