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CVE-2025-40109: 
Linux Kernel vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A vulnerability was discovered in the createFromParcel function of UsbConfiguration.java in Android versions 11.0 through 14.0. The vulnerability (CVE-2023-40109) was disclosed on February 15, 2024, and involves a potential background activity launch (BAL) due to a permissions bypass (Android Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the createFromParcel function of UsbConfiguration.java and could lead to local escalation of privilege. The issue has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability requires user interaction for exploitation but does not require additional execution privileges (NVD).

Impact

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege, potentially allowing an attacker to gain elevated access to system resources. The high CVSS score indicates significant potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Google has released patches for this vulnerability as part of the November 2023 Android Security Bulletin. Users should update their Android devices to the latest available security patch level (Android Bulletin).

Additional resources

Source: This report was generated using AI

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