First published: Mon Dec 02 2024(Updated: )
In isPackageDeviceAdmin of PackageManagerService.java, there is a possible edge case which could prevent the uninstallation of CloudDpc 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 not needed for exploitation.
Credit: security@android.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Android | ||
Android | =13.0 | |
Android | =14.0 | |
Android | =15.0 |
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CVE-2024-43769 has a severity rating of Medium due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
To mitigate CVE-2024-43769, update to the latest version of Android that addresses this vulnerability.
CVE-2024-43769 may prevent the uninstallation of CloudDpc, which could allow local escalation of privileges without user interaction.
CVE-2024-43769 affects several versions of Android, but specific affected version numbers should be confirmed through the security advisory.
No, CVE-2024-43769 does not require user interaction to be exploited.