CVE-2024-44068: Use After Free
First published: Mon Oct 07 2024(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the m2m scaler driver in Samsung Mobile Processor and Wearable Processor Exynos 9820, 9825, 980, 990, 850,and W920. A Use-After-Free in the mobile processor leads to privilege escalation.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Exynos 9820 Firmware | ||
| Samsung Exynos 9825 firmware | ||
| Samsung Exynos 980 Firmware | ||
| Samsung Exynos 990 (9830) | ||
| Samsung Exynos 850 Firmware | ||
| Samsung Exynos W920 firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-44068?
CVE-2024-44068 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44068?
To fix CVE-2024-44068, ensure that your device firmware is updated to the latest version provided by Samsung.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-44068?
CVE-2024-44068 affects Samsung Exynos 9820, 9825, 980, 990, 850, and W920 processors.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-44068?
CVE-2024-44068 is a Use-After-Free vulnerability found in the m2m scaler driver.
Can CVE-2024-44068 be exploited remotely?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-44068 may require local access to the affected device, but specific attack vectors are still being investigated.
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