CVE-2024-40676 Details
Description
In checkKeyIntent of AccountManagerService.java, there is a possible way to bypass intent security check and install an unknown app 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.
A vulnerability in the AccountManagerService component of the Android framework has been identified, allowing for a potential bypass of intent security checks. This issue arises from a confused deputy scenario, where an unknown app could be installed without the user's consent. The vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privileges, with no additional execution rights required for exploitation.
Users can update their devices to the October 2024 security patch level to address this vulnerability.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Feb 6, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-843 | Access of Resource Using Incompatible Type ('Type Confusion') | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| google android | 12.0 12.1 13.0 14.0 15.0 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 6, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jan 28, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |