CVE-2024-34741

Name: CVE-2024-34741
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-08-15T22:15:06.82+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-34741 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In setForceHideNonSystemOverlayWindowIfNeeded of WindowState.java, there is a possible way for message content to be visible on the screensaver while lock screen visibility settings are restricted by the user due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In setForceHideNonSystemOverlayWindowIfNeeded of WindowState.java, there is a possible way for message content to be visible on the screensaver while lock screen visibility settings are restricted by the user due to a logic error in the code. 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

0.15%

4.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

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/+/abfaf702ef833dc4d374492d45c615c6e6de7f01Mailing List, Patch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-08-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 15, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-34741?

How severe is CVE-2024-34741?

CVE-2024-34741 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-34741?

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