CVE-2024-29748: Android Pixel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Thu Apr 04 2024(Updated: )
Android Pixel contains a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows an attacker to interrupt a factory reset triggered by a device admin app.
Credit: dsap-vuln-management@google.com dsap-vuln-management@google.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android Pixel | ||
| All of | ||
| Android | <2024-04-05 | |
| Google Products |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Reference Links
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-fixes-two-pixel-zero-day-flaws-exploited-by-forensics-firms/
- https://www.theregister.com/2024/04/08/infosec_news_roundup/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-warns-of-actively-exploited-pixel-firmware-zero-day/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-patches-exploited-android-zero-day-on-pixel-devices/
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2024-04-01
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-fixes-android-kernel-zero-day-exploited-in-targeted-attacks/
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2024-04-01;
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-29748
- https://twitter.com/GrapheneOS/status/1775308208472813609
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-29748?
The severity of CVE-2024-29748 is classified as high due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-29748?
To fix CVE-2024-29748, update your Android Pixel device to the latest firmware provided by Google.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-29748?
CVE-2024-29748 allows an attacker to exploit a logic error to interrupt a factory reset, potentially gaining unauthorized access.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-29748?
CVE-2024-29748 affects Android Pixel devices running vulnerable versions of the operating system up to April 5, 2024.
Is CVE-2024-29748 being actively exploited?
Yes, CVE-2024-29748 has been reported as actively exploited, increasing the urgency for users to apply security updates.
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