CVE-2024-40660

Description

In setTransactionState of SurfaceFlinger.cpp, there is a possible way to change protected display attributes 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 not needed for exploitation.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Vendor Advisory android.com
Affected: Google Android
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/native/+/064ce6e3235b6318be1e41f1bac9595a98e4aafa patch mailing list
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/native/+/b6ddf525be3c2abbde59ae1533494b18a7961087 patch mailing list
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-11-01 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40660?
CVE-2024-40660 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-40660?
To fix CVE-2024-40660, 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-2024-40660 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-40660 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-2024-40660?
CVE-2024-40660 affects Google Android.
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