CVE-2024-44098 — HIGH (7.4)

Vulnerability Description

In lwis_device_event_states_clear_locked of lwis_event.c, there is a possible privilege escalation due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

7.4

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-415

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2024-10-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-44098?

CVE-2024-44098 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). In lwis_device_event_states_clear_locked of lwis_event.c, there is a possible privilege escalation due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution p...

How severe is CVE-2024-44098?

CVE-2024-44098 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-44098?

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