CVE-2024-47896: GPU DDK - rgxfw_hwr_log_info OOB write via psHWRInfoBuf->ui32WriteIndex

Published Feb 22, 2025
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Updated

Kernel software installed and running inside a Guest VM may exploit memory shared with the GPU Firmware to write data outside the Guest's virtualised GPU memory.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Google Android

Event History

Feb 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:50 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
May 5, 2025
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-47896?

CVE-2024-47896 has a high severity rating due to the potential for Guest VM exploitation of shared memory with GPU firmware.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-47896?

To fix CVE-2024-47896, ensure you update the affected Android kernel to the latest security patch provided by your vendor.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-47896?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-47896 include data leakage or corruption by allowing Guest VMs to write outside of their allocated GPU memory.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-47896?

CVE-2024-47896 affects users running the Google Android operating system on devices that support virtualization.

5

Is CVE-2024-47896 being actively exploited?

As of now, there is no known active exploitation of CVE-2024-47896, but it poses a significant risk if left unaddressed.

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