cvefeed.io CVE-2025-12080: Intent Abuse Vulnerability in Google Messages for Wear OS
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- •CVE-2025-12080 allows silent message sending from compromised Wear OS devices.
- •Attackers can exploit this vulnerability without user interaction or permissions.
- •A public proof-of-concept exploit is available, increasing the risk of active exploitation.
CVE-2025-12080 affects Wear OS devices where Google Messages is the default SMS/MMS/RCS app. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of ACTION_SENDTO intents, allowing attackers to send messages on behalf of users without interaction or permissions. This silent message transmission can target arbitrary receivers, posing a significant risk to user privacy and security. The flaw is linked to CWE-345, indicating insufficient verification of data authenticity. A public proof-of-concept exploit is available on GitHub, highlighting the potential for active exploitation. The vulnerability was published on October 27, 2025, and remains a concern for users of affected Wear OS devices. Security professionals are advised to monitor for updates and potential mitigations.
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