Logic Error in Android InstallPackageHelper Leading to Local Privilege Escalation
CVE-2024-43081

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 November 2024

What is CVE-2024-43081?

A vulnerability exists in the Android Operating System, specifically within the InstallPackageHelper.java file, where a logic error in the installExistingPackageAsUser method may permit a bypass of carrier restrictions. This situation enables local escalation of privileges, allowing an attacker to exploit this flaw without requiring any additional permissions or user interaction. As a result, the vulnerability poses a significant risk to the integrity of the affected system, highlighting a need for immediate attention to the impacted versions.

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Affected Version(s)

Android 15

Android 14

Android 13

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base...
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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