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.
Affected products
Version statuses are supplied by the assigning organization. Consult the original record for detailed ranges and platform conditions.
Google Android
Default version status: unaffected
Android SoCaffected
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01 ↗
- https://rtx.meta.security/exploitation/2024/01/30/Android-vendors-APEX-test-keys.html ↗
- https://github.com/metaredteam/external-disclosures/security/advisories/GHSA-wmcc-g67r-9962 ↗
- https://www.fairphone.com/en/2024/01/30/security-update-apex-modules-vulnerability-fixed/ ↗