ChromeOS 16238.64.0 Improper Access: Stylus Tools Lock Bypass
CVE-2025-6044 Published on July 7, 2025
An Improper Access Control vulnerability in the Stylus Tools component of Google ChromeOS version 16238.64.0 on the garaged stylus devices allows a physical attacker to bypass the lock screen and access user files by removing the stylus while the device is closed and using the screen capture feature.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2025-6044 is exploitable with physical access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality and integrity, and no impact on availability.
Weakness Type
What is an authentification Vulnerability?
When an actor claims to have a given identity, the software does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct.
CVE-2025-6044 has been classified to as an authentification vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2025-6044
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Affected Versions
Google ChromeOS:- Version 16238.64.0 and below 16238.64.0 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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