CVE-2024-0018: Heap-buffer-overflow in android::ColorConverter::convertYUV420Planar16ToY410

platform/frameworks/av Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

01/01/2024

Disclosed on

CVE-2024-0018

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

High

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

CVE-2024-0018: In convertYUV420Planar16ToY410 of ColorConverter.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. Affects platform/frameworks/av across 6 version ranges.

>= 11:0, < 11:2024-01-01 >= 12:0, < 12:2024-01-01 >= 12L:0, < 12L:2024-01-01 >= 13:0, < 13:2024-01-01 >= 14:0, < 14:2024-01-01 >= 14-next:0, < 14-next:2024-01-01

Fixed in 14-next:2024-01-01. How to fix ↓

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Background

The package under scrutiny is platform/frameworks/av in the Android ecosystem. This package is responsible for handling audio and video functionality in the Android operating system. It provides APIs and components for media playback, recording, and processing. The vulnerability affects the ColorConverter.cpp file within the package.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-0018, is a heap buffer overflow in the convertYUV420Planar16ToY410 function of ColorConverter.cpp. This vulnerability allows an attacker to write beyond the bounds of a heap buffer, potentially leading to a local escalation of privilege. The vulnerability does not require any additional execution privileges or user interaction for exploitation. If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could have serious consequences for the security and stability of the Android system.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

14-next:2024-01-01

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Workaround

No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the vulnerability CVE-2024-0018 poses a significant risk to the security and stability of the Android system. It is crucial to update the affected package to the latest version and apply the provided fix as soon as possible. For further support and assistance with vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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