CVE-2024-43093
Published: November 7, 2024
Official Description
Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
CISA KEV Advisory
Android Framework Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
An unspecified vulnerability in the Android Framework allows for privilege escalation. The inclusion of this CVE in CISA's KEV catalog and observed in-the-wild exploitation make it a critical concern, despite a low EPSS score.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming its use in real-world attacks.
Android users should apply the latest security updates to their devices to mitigate this privilege escalation vulnerability.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-43093 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2024-43093 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (2)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-43093 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1