CVE-2024-0044, identified in the createSessionInternal function of the PackageInstallerService.java file, is a high-severity vulnerability affecting Android versions 12 and 13. This vulnerability allows an attacker to perform a “run-as any app” attack, leading to local escalation of privilege without requiring user interaction.The issue arises due to improper input validation within the createSessionInternal function. An attacker can exploit this by manipulating the session creation process, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data and performing unauthorized actions on the affected device​

Exfiltrate sensitive user data from apps on Android 12 and 13 using CVE-2024-0044 vulnerability remotely

CVE-2024-0044: a “run-as any app” high-severity vulnerability affecting Android versions 12 and 13

In createSessionInternal of PackageInstallerService.java, there is a possible run-as any app due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.