CVE-2024-44095: MFCFW memory can be left unprotected in error conditions
Summary
CVE-2024-44095: In ppmp_protect_mfcfw_buf of code/drm_fw.c, there is a possible corrupt memory due to a logic error in the code. Affects :unknown: versions >= Pixel-family specific:0, < Pixel-family specific:2024-09-05. Fixed in Pixel-family specific:2024-09-05. How to fix ↓
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Background
The MFCFW (Media Framework Control Firmware) is a component of the Android operating system that handles media-related functionalities. It is responsible for managing the firmware used by the media framework. The MFCFW is critical for the proper functioning of media playback, encoding, and decoding on Android devices. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the MFCFW code that can lead to memory corruption under certain error conditions.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2024-44095) exists in the ppmp_protect_mfcfw_buf function of the code/drm_fw.c file. Due to a logic error in the code, memory can be left unprotected, potentially leading to local escalation of privilege. This means that an attacker with local access to the affected device could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges without requiring any additional execution privileges. The exploitation does not require user interaction.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
Pixel-family specific:2024-09-05
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The MFCFW vulnerability (CVE-2024-44095) in the ppmp_protect_mfcfw_buf function of the code/drm_fw.c file can lead to local escalation of privilege on Android devices. It is crucial to apply the security patch released on September 5, 2024, to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.
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FAQ
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to escalate their privileges on the affected device, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or performing malicious actions.
No, the vulnerability can be exploited without requiring any user interaction.
The vulnerability affects devices in the Pixel-family specific ecosystem running Android.
Yes, a security patch has been released on September 5, 2024, specifically for the Pixel-family devices, which addresses this vulnerability.
The severity of this vulnerability is classified as Critical.
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