CVE-2024-0027: Permanent device denial of service due to bypassing snoozed notifications limit number

platform/frameworks/base Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

01/04/2024

Disclosed on

CVE-2024-0027

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

High

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

CVE-2024-0027: In multiple functions of SnoozeHelper.java, there is a possible way to cause a boot loop due to resource exhaustion. Affects platform/frameworks/base across 5 version ranges.

>= 12:0, < 12:2024-04-01 >= 12L:0, < 12L:2024-04-01 >= 13:0, < 13:2024-04-01 >= 14:0, < 14:2024-04-01 >= 14-next:0, < 14-next:2024-04-01

Fixed in 14-next:2024-04-01. How to fix ↓

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Background

The package under scrutiny is platform/frameworks/base, which is a part of the Android ecosystem. It provides the fundamental building blocks for Android applications and includes various components such as activity manager, package manager, and notification manager. The package is responsible for managing the core functionalities of the Android operating system. However, a vulnerability has been identified in the SnoozeHelper.java file, which can lead to a permanent denial of service on the device.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability exists in multiple functions of SnoozeHelper.java, where it is possible to cause a boot loop due to resource exhaustion. This means that an attacker can exploit this vulnerability to exhaust system resources, leading to a local denial of service. The vulnerability does not require any additional execution privileges and can be exploited without user interaction. The impact of this vulnerability is a permanent denial of service on the affected device.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

14-next:2024-04-01

This is the first release that contains the fix.

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Workaround

No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the platform/frameworks/base package in the Android ecosystem is vulnerable to a permanent denial of service due to a bypassing snoozed notifications limit number. The vulnerability can be exploited without user interaction and does not require any additional execution privileges. It is recommended to apply the provided fix from the Android Open Source Project to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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