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3.3

BGProtectManager Local Privilege Escalation

CVE-2024-34640 · published 2 years ago
Summary

Prior to a software update, a flaw in BGProtectManager allowed local attackers to gain unauthorized access and elevate their privileges. This could have let them access sensitive data or take control of the system. Update to the latest version of BGProtectManager to fix this issue.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
samsung android 12.0
13.0
14.0
cpe:2.3:o:samsung:android:12.0:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Improper access control vulnerability in BGProtectManager prior to SMR Sep-2024 Release 1 allows local attackers to bypass restriction of process expiration.
Improper access control vulnerability in BGProtectManager prior to SMR Sep-2024 Release 1 allows local attackers to bypass restriction of process expiration.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
3.3 Low
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published4 Sep 2024
Updated26 Oct 2026
First seen7 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2024-34640 · NVD
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