High severity7.8NVD Advisory· Published Sep 11, 2024· Updated Jun 17, 2026
CVE-2024-40657
CVE-2024-40657
Description
In addPreferencesForType of AccountTypePreferenceLoader.java, there is a possible way to disable apps for other users due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
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6Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
2- android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/8261e0ade3b414fea61d7fe9d8bc6df7a3fc8603nvdMailing ListPatch
- source.android.com/security/bulletin/2024-09-01nvdPatchVendor Advisory
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