CVE-2024-40657 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

In addPreferencesForType of AccountTypePreferenceLoader.java, there is a possible way to disable apps for other users due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-269

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/8261e0ade3b41Mailing ListPatch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-09-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-40657?

CVE-2024-40657 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In addPreferencesForType of AccountTypePreferenceLoader.java, there is a possible way to disable apps for other users due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no...

How severe is CVE-2024-40657?

CVE-2024-40657 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-2024-40657?

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