Overview
A critical security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-58481, has been discovered in the MotionPhoto application, specifically affecting the MPRemoteService component. This improper access control flaw allows a local attacker to initiate a privileged service, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and system compromise. The vulnerability affects MotionPhoto versions prior to 4.1.51.
Technical Details
The vulnerability stems from a lack of proper access control mechanisms within the MPRemoteService. An attacker with local access can exploit this flaw to start the service without proper authorization. This allows the attacker to potentially execute privileged operations normally reserved for the MotionPhoto application. The precise methods for triggering this vary, but generally involve crafting specific intents or service requests to bypass the intended security checks.
CVSS Analysis
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) provides a standardized way to assess the severity of security vulnerabilities. CVE-2025-58481 has been assigned the following score:
- Severity: HIGH
- CVSS Score: 7.3
This high score indicates that the vulnerability is relatively easy to exploit and can have significant consequences if successfully leveraged by an attacker.
Possible Impact
Successful exploitation of CVE-2025-58481 can have serious consequences, including:
- Privilege Escalation: An attacker can gain elevated privileges, allowing them to perform actions beyond their authorized access level.
- Data Theft: Unauthorized access to sensitive data stored by the MotionPhoto application.
- System Compromise: In severe cases, the attacker could potentially gain control over the entire device.
- Service Disruption: The attacker may be able to disrupt the normal functioning of the MotionPhoto application or related services.
Mitigation and Patch Steps
The recommended mitigation for CVE-2025-58481 is to update MotionPhoto to version 4.1.51 or later. Users should apply the available patch as soon as possible to protect their devices from potential exploitation. To update MotionPhoto:
- Check for updates in the Google Play Store.
- If an update is available, install it immediately.
For system administrators or developers, ensure that all instances of MotionPhoto are updated across your managed devices. Monitor security advisories from Samsung for further information and guidance.
