Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Android SurfaceFlinger by Google
CVE-2024-40660

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-40660?

The vulnerability presents a potential exploitation vector in the SurfaceFlinger component of Android, specifically within the setTransactionState function. This flaw arises from a logic error in the code, which may allow attackers to alter protected display attributes. Notably, the exploitation of this vulnerability does not require any additional execution privileges, nor does it necessitate user interaction, making it particularly concerning for system integrity.

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Affected Version(s)

Android 15

Android 14

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/nati...
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/nati...
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-11-01

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

  • Vulnerability published

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