CVE-2024-48542: com.yamaha.sc.hpcontroller · Incorrect Authorization
Affects com.yamaha.sc.hpcontrollerSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.4 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 09:15 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 8% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 24 Oct 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Alpinecom.yamaha.sc.hpcontrollerpkg:apk/com.yamaha.sc.hpcontrollerOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
1. Restrict physical and local access to devices running Yamaha Headphones Controller to trusted personnel only. 2. Monitor devices for unauthorized firmware update attempts or unusual application behavior. 3. Use application hardening techniques such as code obfuscation to reduce APK analysis ease. 4. Once Yamaha releases patches or updated versions, promptly apply them to remediate the vulnerability. 5. Employ runtime application self-protection (RASP) or endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to detect anomalous firmware update activities. 6. Educate users about the risks of installing unofficial or modified APKs. 7. For organizations, implement strict device management policies to control firmware update processes and validate firmware integrity before deployment. 8. Engage with Yamaha support channels for official guidance and updates regarding this vulnerability.
Description
Incorrect access control in the firmware update and download processes of Yamaha Headphones Controller v1.6.7 allows attackers to access sensitive information by analyzing the code and data within the APK file.