Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Android's GATT Service
CVE-2024-49748

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Google
Status
Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 January 2025

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the GATT (Generic Attribute Profile) service of Android, specifically within the process responsible for handling primary service requests. This flaw stems from a potential out-of-bounds write caused by a heap buffer overflow. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code remotely, requiring no special privileges or user interaction, thereby posing a significant risk to affected devices.

Affected Version(s)

Android 15

Android 14

Android 13

References

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

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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