Description
In the APEX module framework of AOSP, there is a possible malicious update to platform components due to improperly used crypto. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. More details on this can be found in the referenced links.
Metrics
CVSS 3.1 7.8/10
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | Android SoC |
References
- https://github.com/metaredteam/external-disclosures/security/advisories/GHSA-wmcc-g67r-9962
- https://rtx.meta.security/exploitation/2024/01/30/Android-vendors-APEX-test-keys.html
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01Vendor Advisory
- https://www.fairphone.com/en/2024/01/30/security-update-apex-modules-vulnerability-fixed/
- https://github.com/metaredteam/external-disclosures/security/advisories/GHSA-wmcc-g67r-9962
- https://rtx.meta.security/exploitation/2024/01/30/Android-vendors-APEX-test-keys.html
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01Vendor Advisory
- https://www.fairphone.com/en/2024/01/30/security-update-apex-modules-vulnerability-fixed/
Timeline
- Published
- Dec 4, 2023
- Last modified
- Jun 17, 2026
- NVD status
- Modified