CVE-2024-49738: High severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Jan 6, 2025
·Updated
In writeInplace of Parcel.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not 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
Jan 6, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Jan 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:04 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-49738?
CVE-2024-49738 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-49738?
To fix CVE-2024-49738, update your affected Google Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2024-49738?
CVE-2024-49738 affects devices running Google Android that are vulnerable to the specific out of bounds write issue.
4
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2024-49738?
No, user interaction is not required for exploiting CVE-2024-49738.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2024-49738?
The impact of CVE-2024-49738 could lead to unauthorized local escalation of privileges on affected Android devices.