CVE-2024-27227: Critical severity Google Android vulnerability
A malicious DNS response can trigger a number of OOB reads, writes, and other memory issues
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
android/:unknown:to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in :2024-03-05
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-27227?
The severity of CVE-2024-27227 is currently assessed as high due to its potential to trigger out-of-bounds reads and writes.
How do I fix CVE-2024-27227?
To fix CVE-2024-27227, users should update their affected Google Android devices to the latest security patch provided by Google.
What types of issues can CVE-2024-27227 cause?
CVE-2024-27227 can lead to multiple out-of-bounds memory issues, including unexpected behavior of applications and potential data corruption.
Which versions of Google Android are affected by CVE-2024-27227?
CVE-2024-27227 affects all versions of Google Android that do not have the necessary security updates addressing this vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-27227?
Currently, there are no official workarounds for CVE-2024-27227 other than applying the security updates as they become available.