CVE-2023-20932: Input Validation

Published Feb 1, 2023
·
Updated

In onCreatePreferences of EditInfoFragment.java, there is a possible way to read contacts belonging to other users due to improper input validation. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

11 affected componentsFixes available
Google Android=10.0
Google Android=11.0
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android=13.0
Google Android
android/platform/packages/apps/emergencyinfo>=10:0<10:2023-02-01
10:2023-02-01
android/platform/packages/apps/emergencyinfo>=11:0<11:2023-02-01
11:2023-02-01
android/platform/packages/apps/emergencyinfo>=12:0<12:2023-02-01
12:2023-02-01
android/platform/packages/apps/emergencyinfo>=12L:0<12L:2023-02-01
12L:2023-02-01
android/platform/packages/apps/emergencyinfo>=13:0<13:2023-02-01
13:2023-02-01

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/packages/apps/EmergencyInfo to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 10:2023-02-01
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/packages/apps/EmergencyInfo to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11:2023-02-01
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/packages/apps/EmergencyInfo to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12:2023-02-01
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/packages/apps/EmergencyInfo to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12L:2023-02-01
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/packages/apps/EmergencyInfo to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 13:2023-02-01

Event History

Feb 1, 2023
Advisory Published
via OSV·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via OSV·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Feb 6, 2023
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 28, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-20932?

The severity of CVE-2023-20932 is classified as moderate due to its potential for local information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-20932?

To fix CVE-2023-20932, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Google.

3

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-20932?

CVE-2023-20932 affects Android versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.

4

Will user interaction be needed for exploiting CVE-2023-20932?

No, user interaction is not needed for exploiting CVE-2023-20932.

5

What kind of information can be disclosed due to CVE-2023-20932?

CVE-2023-20932 can lead to the disclosure of contacts belonging to other users.

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