#VU101298 Improper input validation in Pixel - CVE-2024-8257

Vulnerability identifier: #VU101298

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-8257

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Pixel
Mobile applications / Mobile firmware & hardware

Vendor: Google

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the eSIM subcomponent in Pixel. A local application can execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install security update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Pixel: before 2024-12-05

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External links
https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel/2024-12-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?