CVE-2024-0048

Name: CVE-2024-0048
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-03-11T17:15:45.673+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-0048 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Session of AccountManagerService.java, there is a possible method to retain foreground service privileges due to incorrect handling of null responses. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Session of AccountManagerService.java, there is a possible method to retain foreground service privileges due to incorrect handling of null responses. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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:H

EPSS Probability

0.13%

2.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-230

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0
Google	Android	12.1
Google	Android	13.0
Google	Android	14.0

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/2c236cde5505ee0e88cf1e3d073e2f1a53f0eedeMailing List, Patch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-03-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/2c236cde5505ee0e88cf1e3d073e2f1a53f0eedeMailing List, Patch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-03-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 11, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-0048?

How severe is CVE-2024-0048?

CVE-2024-0048 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-0048?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST