CVE-2024-31328
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Logic Flaw in BroadcastController.java Enables Privilege Escalation

Vulnerability report for CVE-2024-31328, including description, CVSS score, EPSS score, affected products, exploitability, helpful resources, and attack-flow context.

Publication date: 2026-03-02

Last updated on: 2026-03-06

Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)

Description

In broadcastIntentLockedTraced of BroadcastController.java, there is a possible way to launch arbitrary activities from the background on the paired companion phone due to a logic error in the code. 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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Published
2026-03-02
Last Modified
2026-03-06
Generated
2026-07-06
AI Q&A
2026-03-02
EPSS Evaluated
2026-07-05
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google android 14.0
google android 16.0

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CWE-693 The product does not use or incorrectly uses a protection mechanism that provides sufficient defense against directed attacks against the product.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the broadcastIntentLockedTraced method of BroadcastController.java. Due to a logic error in the code, it is possible to launch arbitrary activities from the background on a paired companion phone. This means that an attacker can escalate their privileges locally without needing any additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability allows an attacker to launch arbitrary activities on a paired companion phone from the background, potentially leading to local escalation of privileges. This could enable unauthorized actions or access on the device without the user's knowledge or interaction.

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