CVE-2024-43093
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CVE-2024-43093 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. 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. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 0.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 12.0 | |
| Android | 12.1 | |
| Android | 13.0 | |
| Android | 14.0 | |
| Android | 15.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2025-03-01Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-43093Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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