CVE-2024-49736: android — Fix

Description

In onClick of MainClear.java, there is a possible way to trigger factory reset without explicit user consent due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.5

MEDIUM

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-783 CWE-783

Affected Products

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

References

Advisories & Patches

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-01-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-49736? +

In onClick of MainClear.java, there is a possible way to trigger factory reset without explicit user consent due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-49736? +

CVE-2024-49736 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.5 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-49736? +

CVE-2024-49736 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-2024-49736? +

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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