SB20240608196 - Race condition in Linux kernel android driver



SB20240608196 - Race condition in Linux kernel android driver

Published: June 8, 2024 Updated: May 13, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB20240608196
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Race condition (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-52609)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a race condition within the binder_update_page_range() function in drivers/android/binder_alloc.c. A local user can escalate privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.