Unpatched Deserialization Vulnerability in ZygoteProcess.java Could Lead to Local Escalation of Privilege
CVE-2024-31317

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Google
Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 July 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in the Android Framework that allows potential code execution through unsafe deserialization in multiple functions of ZygoteProcess.java. This flaw enables local privilege escalation, requiring user execution privileges but eliminating the need for user interaction during exploitation. As a result, unauthorized actions could be taken by malicious applications, posing a significant risk to device security and user data integrity.

Affected Version(s)

Android 14

Android 13

Android 12L

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

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