Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in Android Due to Input Validation Flaw
CVE-2024-40673

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 January 2025
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What is CVE-2024-40673?

The vulnerability in Android's ZipFile.java allows attackers to exploit improper input validation during Dynamic Code Loading. By manipulating this aspect, an attacker can execute arbitrary code without needing additional privileges or user interaction. This flaw poses a significant risk as it enables potential remote code execution, compromising system integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

Android 14

Android 13

Android 12L

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/libcore/+/b17fd...
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-10-01

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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