CVE-2024-43087: High severity android vulnerability

Published Nov 4, 2024
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Updated

In getInstalledAccessibilityPreferences of AccessibilitySettings.java, there is a possible way to hide an enabled accessibility service in the accessibility service settings due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Google Android

Event History

Nov 4, 2024
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 13, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:25 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43087?

CVE-2024-43087 has been classified as a local escalation of privilege vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-43087?

To mitigate CVE-2024-43087, update your Android device to a version that includes the relevant security patches.

3

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2024-43087?

CVE-2024-43087 affects Android versions 12.0, 12.1, 13.0, 14.0, and 15.0.

4

What causes CVE-2024-43087?

CVE-2024-43087 is caused by a logic error in the getInstalledAccessibilityPreferences function of AccessibilitySettings.java.

5

Can CVE-2024-43087 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2024-43087 requires local access to the device, making it a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

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