CVE-2024-49740: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Mar 3, 2025
·Updated
In multiple locations, there is a possible crash loop due to resource exhaustion. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Google Android
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android=15.0
Event History
Mar 3, 2025
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 26, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:48 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-49740?
CVE-2024-49740 has a severity classification that indicates it can lead to local denial of service due to resource exhaustion.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-49740?
To mitigate CVE-2024-49740, update your Android device to the latest version provided by Google.
3
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2024-49740?
CVE-2024-49740 affects Android versions 12.0, 12.1, 13.0, 14.0, and 15.0.
4
Does CVE-2024-49740 require user interaction for exploitation?
No, CVE-2024-49740 does not require any user interaction for exploitation.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-49740?
The potential impact of CVE-2024-49740 is a crash loop, leading to local denial of service on affected Android devices.