First published: Mon Jul 01 2024(Updated: )
In setMimeGroup of PackageManagerService.java, there is a possible way to hide the service from Settings due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
Credit: security@android.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Google Android | ||
Google Android | =12.0 | |
Google Android | =12.1 | |
Google Android | =13.0 | |
Google Android | =14.0 |
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/c8694bbccfb9c19aefed536ea710230107c935eb
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CVE-2024-31331 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
To fix CVE-2024-31331, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest version provided by Google.
CVE-2024-31331 affects Android versions 12.0, 12.1, 13.0, and 14.0.
Exploitation of CVE-2024-31331 could allow an attacker to hide certain services from the Settings menu.
Yes, user interaction is needed for exploitation of CVE-2024-31331.