CVE-2025-48571

SMS Interception via Logic Error in Android

Published Jun 17, 2026 CVSS 3.1 · 4.3 Medium EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
Description
In multiple functions of btm_sec.cc, there is a possible way for an attacker to intercept SMS messages due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

Analysis

AI-generated

Technical impact

A logic error in multiple functions of btm_sec.cc allows an attacker to intercept SMS messages. The flaw, categorized as CWE-693, can lead to remote disclosure of sensitive information without requiring elevated execution privileges. User interaction is required for exploitation, meaning the victim must grant or enable a feature that permits the attacker to read SMS data.

Affected Systems

The vulnerability affects Android devices provided by Google. Specific affected Android versions are not listed in the provided data, and no CPE strings are available.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score is 4.3, indicating a low severity, and the EPSS score is below 1%, reflecting a very low exploitation likelihood. The vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. The attack likely stems from a local flaw that requires the user to interact with the system or accept a permission, so an attacker would need to trick the victim into enabling the interception path. Overall, the risk to information confidentiality is moderate but limited by the need for user involvement.

Remediation

No solution or workaround provided in the CVE record.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Install the latest Android security update as soon as it becomes available.
  • Review the SMS permissions granted to installed applications and revoke any that are unnecessary for core functionality.
  • Enable Android’s built‑in SMS protection features or use a reputable third‑party SMS manager that limits access to message content.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on June 18, 2026 at 12:38 UTC.

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Advisories

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History
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Title SMS Interception via Logic Error in Android
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Weaknesses CWE-693
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 4.3, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N'}

ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'partial'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

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First Time appeared Google
Google android
Vendors & Products Google
Google android
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Description In multiple functions of btm_sec.cc, there is a possible way for an attacker to intercept SMS messages due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to remote information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
References
Weaknesses
  • CWE-693

    Protection Mechanism Failure

Sources

Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
google_android
Published
Updated
Jun 17, 2026, 10:43 AM
Reserved
May 22, 2025, 6:11 PM
Status
Analyzed
Published
Jun 17, 2026, 1:19 PM
Modified
Oct 7, 2026, 8:10 AM