CVE-2024-22098

Summary

CVE-2024-22098 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting OpenHarmony versions 3.2.4 and older. This issue permits a local attacker to execute arbitrary code in any apps by exploiting a use-after-free vulnerability. The flaw occurs due to insufficient memory management in the affected software, enabling an adversary to manipulate memory and inject malicious code. Successful exploitation could lead to significant security risks, including data theft, system compromise, or unauthorized access. It is strongly recommended that users upgrade to the latest, patched version of OpenHarmony to mitigate this threat.

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