CVE-2024-49742: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Jan 6, 2025
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Updated

In onCreate of NotificationAccessConfirmationActivity.java , there is a possible way to hide an app with notification access in Settings due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is 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-2024-49742?

CVE-2024-49742 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability that allows local escalation of privilege.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-49742?

To mitigate CVE-2024-49742, ensure that your application properly checks for notification access permissions before performing sensitive actions.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2024-49742?

CVE-2024-49742 affects devices running Google Android operating systems that utilize the NotificationAccessConfirmationActivity.java.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-49742?

CVE-2024-49742 is a local escalation of privilege vulnerability caused by a missing permission check.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2024-49742 to be exploited?

Yes, user interaction is needed to exploit CVE-2024-49742.

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