CVE-2024-40654 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible permission bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-276

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/f1d0079c91734Mailing ListPatch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-09-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-40654?

CVE-2024-40654 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In multiple locations, there is a possible permission bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction...

How severe is CVE-2024-40654?

CVE-2024-40654 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-40654?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.