CVE-2024-43766
Unencrypted Communication in btm_ble_sec.cc Causes Info Disclosure
Publication date: 2026-03-02
Last updated on: 2026-03-06
Assigner: Android (associated with Google Inc. or Open Handset Alliance)
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| android | 14.0 | |
| android | 15.0 | |
| android | 16.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-319 | The product transmits sensitive or security-critical data in cleartext in a communication channel that can be sniffed by unauthorized actors. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in multiple functions of the btm_ble_sec.cc file, where invalid error handling can cause communication to be unencrypted.
As a result, sensitive information could be disclosed remotely to an attacker who is physically close (proximal or adjacent) without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability is the potential disclosure of sensitive information through unencrypted communication.
An attacker nearby could intercept this information without needing to exploit further privileges or require user interaction.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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