CVE-2024-40677 Details
Description
In shouldSkipForInitialSUW of AdvancedPowerUsageDetail.java, there is a possible way to bypass factory reset protections due to a missing permission check. 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 Android Settings application allows for a local elevation of privilege by bypassing factory reset protections. This issue arises from a missing permission check in the 'shouldSkipForInitialSUW' method of 'AdvancedPowerUsageDetail.java'. Exploitation of this vulnerability does not require any additional execution privileges or user interaction.
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:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jan 28, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-862 | Missing Authorization | 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] |
| Jan 28, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jan 28, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |