CVE-2024-0048

Description

In Session of AccountManagerService.java, there is a possible method to retain foreground service privileges due to incorrect handling of null responses. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS v3.1 Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-230 CWE-230

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
google	android	All
google	android	All
google	android	All
google	android	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/2c236cde5505ee0e88cf1e3d073e2f1a53f0eede https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-03-01 https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/2c236cde5505ee0e88cf1e3d073e2f1a53f0eede https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-03-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-0048? +

In Session of AccountManagerService.java, there is a possible method to retain foreground service privileges due to incorrect handling of null responses. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-0048? +

CVE-2024-0048 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-0048? +

CVE-2024-0048 affects products from google, specifically: android. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-0048? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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