CVE-2024-0016
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2024-0016 is a security vulnerability affecting Android's Bluetooth module. The vulnerability was discovered in multiple locations where there is a possible out-of-bounds read due to missing bounds checks. This issue affects Android versions 11.0 through 14.0. The vulnerability was disclosed and patched in the January 2024 Android Security Bulletin (Android Security Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an out-of-bounds read (CWE-125) vulnerability that occurs due to missing bounds checks in the Bluetooth module. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.3 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N. The vulnerability exists in HCI BLE events where appropriate bounds checks on the packets were missing, potentially leading to out-of-bounds access (Google Git).

Impact

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to paired device information disclosure. The attack requires no additional execution privileges and can be executed without user interaction (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been patched in the January 2024 Android Security Bulletin. Users should update their Android devices to the latest available security patch level to protect against this vulnerability (Android Security Bulletin).

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