CVE-2023-20702: High severity android vulnerability

Published Nov 6, 2023
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Updated

In 5G NRLC, there is a possible invalid memory access due to lack of error handling. This could lead to remote denial of service, if UE received invalid 1-byte rlc sdu, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: MOLY00921261; Issue ID: MOLY01128895.

Affected Software

23 affected components
Google Android
All of the following
Any of the following
MediaTek Mt6835
MediaTek Mt6873
MediaTek Mt6875
MediaTek Mt6879
MediaTek Mt6883
MediaTek Mt6885
MediaTek Mt6886
MediaTek Mt6889
MediaTek Mt6895
MediaTek Mt6980
MediaTek Mt6983
MediaTek Mt6985
MediaTek Mt6990
MediaTek Mt8673
MediaTek Mt8675
MediaTek Mt8791
MediaTek Mt8791t
MediaTek Mt8797
MediaTek Mt8798
Any of the following
MediaTek Nr15
MediaTek Nr16
MediaTek Nr17

Event History

Nov 6, 2023
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:50 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:50 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-20702?

CVE-2023-20702 is a vulnerability in 5G NRLC that could lead to remote denial of service due to a possible invalid memory access.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-20702?

CVE-2023-20702 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-20702?

CVE-2023-20702 affects Mediatek Nr15, Mediatek Nr16, and Mediatek Nr17.

4

Is Google Android vulnerable to CVE-2023-20702?

Google Android is vulnerable to CVE-2023-20702 if it is running on Mediatek Nr15, Mediatek Nr16, or Mediatek Nr17.

5

How can CVE-2023-20702 be fixed?

To fix CVE-2023-20702, apply the patch with ID MOLY00921261 provided by Mediatek.

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