CVE-2024-43093

HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)

Description

In shouldHideDocument of ExternalStorageProvider.java, there is a possible bypass of a file path filter designed to prevent access to sensitive directories due to incorrect unicode normalization. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.3
Exploit probability—
ProductAndroid Framework
PublishedNov 13, 2024
First seenNov 13, 2024
Added to KEVNov 7, 2024
Weakness typeCWE-176CWE-176

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA due date: Nov 28, 2024

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
google android12.0, 12.1, 13.0, 14.0, 15.0—

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