CVE-2024-40653
HIGHCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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2Description
In multiple functions of ConnectionServiceWrapper.java, there is a possible way to retain a permission forever in the background due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
Analysis
In multiple functions of ConnectionServiceWrapper.java, there is a possible way to retain a permission forever in the background due to a logic error in the code. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.3), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Technical Context
This vulnerability is classified as Improper Authentication (CWE-287), which allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms to gain unauthorized access. In multiple functions of ConnectionServiceWrapper.java, there is a possible way to retain a permission forever in the background due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Affected products include: Google Android.
Affected Products
Google Android.
Remediation
No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Implement multi-factor authentication, enforce strong password policies, use proven authentication frameworks.
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