CVE-2024-38272

Auth Bypass in Quick Share

Description

There exists a vulnerability in Quick Share/Nearby, where an attacker can bypass the accept file dialog on Quick Share Windows. Normally in Quick Share Windows app we can't send a file without the user accept from the receiving device if the visibility is set to everyone mode or contacts mode. We recommend upgrading to version 1.0.1724.0 of Quick Share or above

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: Google Nearby
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/google/nearby/pull/2589 issue tracking patch
https://github.com/google/nearby/pull/2402 issue tracking patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38272?
CVE-2024-38272 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38272?
To fix CVE-2024-38272, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-38272 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38272 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-38272?
CVE-2024-38272 affects Google Nearby.
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